40 Champagne Cocktails To Sip All Year Long (And Not Just At Brunch)
Champagne is ALWAYS a good idea.
When it comes to starting off any celebration, is there a better way to do it up than with some sparkling wine? And we're not just talking on those big get-togethers like Easter, either. Sure, drinking Champagne (or Cava and Prosecco) on its own is nice, but these fun Champagne cocktails (and Jell-O shots!) add an instantly festive air to any get together, and go way beyond just mimosas. Check out our 40 recipes for all kinds of bubbly inspiration, and get ready to pop some bottles!
And don’t worry—we know Champagne can get a little pricey, so feel free to stock up on and use whatever sparkling wine you prefer. Just try and be mindful of whether they’re dry or sweet, and adjust any added sweeteners (like simple syrup) accordingly. Don't be surprised if you find yourself being Team Prosecco once you have a round of these Prosecco mint juleps!
When it comes to Champagne cocktails, we can't deny how much we love a mimosa. The best part about them? Once you know the ratio (it’s 4 parts sparkling wine to 1 part orange juice), you can get extra creative. Not a fan of OJ? Swap in lemonade, pomegranate juice, maraschino cherry juice… the possibilities are endless. Not downing bottomless mimosas for brunch? Then you can afford a cocktail that’s got a little more booze in it, like our peach bellinis (with added vanilla vodka) or piña colada mimosas (with added coconut rum).
Making drinks for a crowd? Nothing better than combining a whole bottle (or two or three) of bubbly with some juice or fizzy soda to really wow your guests. Try our brunch punch (with pineapple and orange juice) or our peach Prosecco punch (with a little seltzer added so it’s not so boozy).
For more drink inspiration, check out all our best cocktail recipes as well as all our favorite coupe glasses that'll really fancy up your Champagne!
Lemonade Mimosas
The ultimate summer brunch drink—use regular or PINK lemonade to make these extra special.
Get the Lemonade Mimosas recipe.
St. Germain Spritz
If you're a fan of refreshing, low-alcohol cocktails like the ever-popular Aperol Spritz, we have a sneaking suspicion you're gonna love this cocktail. St. Germain, a sweet and floral French liqueur made from elderflowers, is the perfect complement to dry sparkling wine.
Get the St. Germain Spritz recipe.
Mimosa Margaritas
Mimosa margaritas are the best of both worlds—orange juice and Champagne spiked with tequila and some juice for extra zest!
Get the Mimosa Margaritas recipe.
Classic Mimosa
Nothing kicks off brunch quite like a mimosa! If you prefer your cocktails on the sweeter side, bump up the orange juice to 3 ounces per glass, or go for a sweeter bottle of bubbly. To play up the orange flavor, try adding a dash of orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau, or a few dashes of orange bitters.
Get the Classic Mimosa recipe.
Aperol Spritz
The Aperol Spritz, also known as the Spritz Veneziano, is an Italian classic that has an iconic bittersweetness reminiscent of burnt orange and tart rhubarb. When paired with Prosecco and a bit of soda water, it makes an amazing cocktail to drink in the warmer months.
Get the Aperol Spritz recipe.
Prosecco Mint Julep
This festive sparkling drink is perfect for a low-key holiday cocktail hour. A sort of lightened-up mint julep, the addition of a dry sparkling wine provides a pleasant brightness and effervescence that plays well with the rich, caramelized tones of bourbon whiskey.
Get the Prosecco Mint Julep recipe.
Lemosas
The blueberry simple syrup in these is DELICIOUS. You're going to want to use it to sweeten all your cocktails (and iced teas maybe?).
Get the Lemosas recipe.
Vanilla-Peach Bellinis
If you can get your hands on some super-ripe peaches, taste your puree before adding honey—it might be sweet enough already! If not, adding some orange zest will help coax out the sweetness even more.
Get the Vanilla-Peach Bellinis recipe.
Piña Colada Mimosas
The classic mimosa goes tropical (and extra boozy) with pineapple juice instead of orange and a little added coconut rum.
Get the Piña Colada Mimosas recipe.
French 75
The French 75 is among the fanciest of cocktails. Sure, there’s the tried-and-true margarita and the timeless Old Fashioned, but the French 75 has got what those two don’t: Champagne! Champagne is what makes this drink distinctively French (and totally worth the splurge), but a more affordable sparkling wine such as Prosecco or Cava are both sound options. Make sure to squeeze the lemon twist into your drink to add some of those floral lemon oils.
Get the French 75 recipe.
Strawberry Shortcake Mimosas
We love the idea of these at a brunch birthday or baby shower for when you want to go above and beyond a plain orange juice mimosa. They'd also make for a great dessert cocktail!
Get the Strawberry Shortcake Mimosas recipe.
Prosecco Punch
Looking to serve a crowd? This vanilla peach punch is perfect! Plus it's got a little seltzer in it, so it's not SO boozy.
Get the Prosecco Punch recipe.
Brunch Punch
Sure, mimosas are great. But when you're hosting brunch for a big group, brunch punch is where it's at. With a full bottle of bubbly and plenty of vodka, it's just the thing to get the party going.
Get the Brunch Punch recipe.
Dole Whip Mimosa
Love Dole Whip? These mimosas combine everything you love about the classic Disney dessert, PLUS booze. We're in love.
Get the Dole Whip Mimosa recipe.
Creamsicle Punch
This orange juice, ginger ale, and sparkling wine cocktail gets turned into a float with the addition of vanilla ice cream. The recipe is for 12 servings, so it's perfect for a crowd.
Get the Creamsicle Punch recipe.
Grapefruit Gin-mosas
No brunch spread is complete without a bubbly drink, and these Grapefruit Gin-mosas are mimosa’s classier and more mature cousin. The combo of fresh grapefruit juice, grapefruit soda, gin, and your favorite Champagne is a refreshing twist even the most basic brunchers will appreciate.
Get the Grapefruit Gin-mosas recipe.
Cherry Bomb Mimosa
Maraschino cherry juice, pineapple juice, and bubbly make this hot pink drink a summertime brunch must.
Get the Cherry Bomb Mimosa recipe.
Champagne Jell-O Shots
These scream PARTY. Change out the sprinkles on top, and you can be using this recipe for every holiday.
Get the Champagne Jell-O Shots recipe.
Champagne Margaritas
This margarita gets a festive boost with the addition of your favorite bubbly.
Get the Champagne Margaritas recipe.
Pomegranate Mimosas
Sweet and slightly tart, these ruby-red mimosas are classy for any party.
Get the Pomegranate Mimosas recipe.
Camille Lowder is the digital food producer at Delish, otherwise known as our resident queen of recipe galleries. Previously, she attended the Natural Gourmet Institute for culinary school and worked at/managed a number of New York restaurants. She loves anything vegan, foods masquerading as other foods (hello, cauliflower), and a well-used Oxford comma.
Mackenzie Filson is a food writer and contributing digital food producer at Delish. Her favorite ice cream flavor is chocolate-pine. If wine was an astrological sign she'd be a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. She's never met a bag of Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos she didn't eat in one sitting.
