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Strawberry Mimosa Bar: Easy Brunch Entertaining Ideas for 2024

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This strawberry mimosa bar is a festive, customizable brunch centerpiece featuring fresh strawberry puree, sparkling wine, and a variety of juices and garnishes. Perfect for gatherings, it’s quick to set up and offers options for all ages and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (16 oz) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup/simple syrup)
  • 1 cup orange juice, pulp-free
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) Champagne, Prosecco, or Cava
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 cup peach nectar
  • 1 cup lemonade
  • Club soda or sparkling water (for non-alcoholic option)
  • Fresh mint leaves (small bunch)
  • Lemon or orange slices
  • Whole strawberries (for garnish)
  • Optional: raspberries or blueberries
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: simple syrup, to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the Strawberry Puree: Place hulled and sliced strawberries in a blender. Add honey and vanilla extract (if using). Blend until smooth (about 30 seconds). Taste and adjust sweetness. For a silky texture, strain through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or pitcher.
  2. Prepare Juices and Sparkling Options: Pour orange juice, pineapple juice, peach nectar, and lemonade into separate pitchers or carafes. Chill all juices and sparkling wine (or club soda/sparkling water) for at least 1 hour.
  3. Set Up the Mimosa Bar: Arrange pitchers of puree, juices, and sparkling options on a serving tray or bar cart. Place bowls of garnishes nearby—mint leaves, citrus slices, whole strawberries, and extra berries. Set out glasses and napkins.
  4. Pour & Mix: To serve, add 2 tablespoons strawberry puree to the bottom of a glass. Add 1/2 cup juice of choice, then top with 1/2 cup sparkling wine (or club soda for non-alcoholic). Gently stir to combine. Garnish with mint or fruit.
  5. Troubleshooting & Tips: Thin thick puree with a splash of juice. Stir puree if it separates. Taste strawberries before blending to adjust honey. For large crowds, double ingredients and set up two bar stations.
  6. Final Touches: Add paper straws, cocktail picks, or edible flowers for decoration. Snap a photo before serving!

Notes

Chill all ingredients for best flavor and fizz. Strain puree for a smooth texture, especially for special occasions. Offer multiple juice choices for variety. For kid-friendly or alcohol-free versions, use club soda or sparkling water. Puree and juices can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge.

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