The Best Champagne for a Mimosa [Beginner to Expert]
Written by Andrew L. | Published July 2026
Whether you’re looking to host a fun brunch with friends on your patio or you’re looking to impress a special someone over a fancy lunch, the Champagne you choose can completely dictate the vibe and significance of what’s happening.
The expert team at Taster’s Club, made up of Andrew L., our bottle partners, and general managers, has curated ten exceptional bottles, ranging from beginner picks to intermediate picks to true connoisseur selections.
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What Spirits Make a Great Mimosa?
An amazing mimosa takes a dual effort to choose the right Champagne for the occasion, and use an orange juice that mixes well, typically an organic orange juice, if available.
The Champagne you choose sets the tone for the gathering or event, and can also dictate the profile of your mimosa, as not all Champagne is made the same. Some provide deeper fruity notes while others sit on the drier side.
While you may hear that mimosas can be made with sparkling wine or Prosecco, we find that Champagne truly holds up the best to the orange juice, without overpowering it or the need to search for the crisp notes.
Use a 2-1 ratio for a classic approach, but feel free to use more or less juice, depending on how refined you want your mimosa.
Ingredients:
- 3 oz chilled Champagne
- 1 - 2.5 oz of orange juice
- Garnish: Orange peel or lemon peel
Directions
- Pour your Champagne into a flute or tulip glass.
- Then, add the orange juice, pouring gently to not disturb the bubbles too much.
- Dab your bar spoon in and out of the drink to subtly mix.
- Finally, garnish and serve.
The Best Champagnes for the Connoisseur (Splurge & Gift-Worthy)
For a milestone brunch, a landmark toast, or a gift that leaves a lasting impression, these are the iconic bottles to choose from.
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015
Dom Pérignon is basically the most luxurious Champagne on earth, and for good reason. The Vintage 2015 comes from a season that provides deeply ripe fruit flavors that are equally balanced by the house's signature precision. If you want to wow your gift recipient, and also impress anyone else in the room, this is the Champagne
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
With this mimosa, you’ll want to let the Champagne shine. It’s an approachable sip that holds incredible depth, so we recommend using a bit less orange juice than usual. This bottle is reserved only for celebration brunches or lunches, a honeymoon, or something really special.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir (vintage) | ABV: 12.50% | 750ml
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Louis Roederer Cristal Vintage 2016 Brut
Louis Roederer Cristal Vintage 2016 Brut is not only a top-tier Champagne but also one with a bottle design that carries a unique history. Cristal was created in 1876 for Tsar Alexander II, who demanded a clear, flat-bottomed bottle so nothing could be hidden beneath it. On top of that, it’s made only in top vintages from Roederer's own biodynamic grand cru plots. Want to gift something rare and historic? This is the showstopper to gift.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
Like other extremely sought-after Champagnes, be light on the orange juice so you can truly enjoy this blend of rich and subtle fruit flavors. This bottle also has the perfect alignment of dryness from the leading of both Pinot and Chardonnay.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay (vintage) | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2018 (Simon Porte Jacquemus Edition)
La Grande Dame is Veuve Clicquot's prestige cuvée and their 25th vintage, named in tribute to Madame Clicquot herself (the original “Grande Dame” of Champagne, born in 1777). This Pinot Noir–driven vintage wine is sourced largely from the historic and sought-after grand cru plots. In addition to the unique sourcing, the bottle arrives just as beautiful as the Champagne inside, with limited-edition floral artwork. This Champagne is both a collector's item and a bottle to pop for the most prestigious celebrations.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
This Champagne lives up to its price point and name with a fully structured sip that’s refined and perfectly dry, which pairs well with a splash of orange juice for a truly luxurious sip. Even just having this bottle on your table in front of your distinguished guests provides an experience in itself.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir–driven | ABV: 12.50% | 750ml
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Armand De Brignac Ace of Spades Demi-Sec Champagne
If you’re looking for an amazing Champagne that provides a bit of a sweeter experience that’s still extremely elevated, this is the bottle to choose. Armand de Brignac's Demi-Sec is billed as the only prestige-cuvée demi-sec in the world. And because the dosage is on the lower end for a demi-sec, you still experience some sweetness that’s subtle, with a refined, dry structure that rolls into the palate and finish. All packaged in a metallic bottle that’ll catch attention anywhere.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
This is the perfect Champagne for your mimosas if you want something extremely elevated that’ll impress, and also enjoy the fun fruitiness that a demi-sec provides, which other luxury choices don’t. The nose and palate wrap the orange juice in a unique sweetness that plays off its orange character.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Meunier | ABV: 12.50% | 750ml
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The Best Champagnes for the Intermediate Explorer
Ready to move from everyday bubbles to something with more character?
Laurent-Perrier “La Cuvée” Brut
This fine bottle received a gold medal at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (2021). La Cuvée is led by a high ratio of Chardonnay and aged on the lees for a complex nose, palate, and finish that wraps with a mix of both sweetness and dryness. Basically, this Champagne is clean and precise for the drinker that wants more than an everyday bottle.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
Because this is a Chardonnay-forward Champagne, there’s a freshness that greets the sweetness of the orange juice, with a slightly less dry finish than a pinot-forward Champagne. It’s clean and pairs well with an organic orange juice that’s naturally sweet, with no additional sweeteners. If you have some “bougie” friends, this is the bottle you’ll want to use for your mimosas to impress without breaking the bank.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Chardonnay-led blend | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Bollinger Brut Special Cuvée
Bollinger is famously the Champagne of James Bond, and also a Royal Warrant holder, acting as an official supplier to the British court in 1884. If you’re a history buff, you’ll love to enjoy this beautiful bottle that’s Pinot Noir–dominant and provides significantly more depth than the beginner bottles because it’s aged under cork in magnum (which creates extra depth).
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
The Bollinger Brut Special Cuvée provides a richness that meets the orange juice with a bold swirl, providing the perfect sipping mimosa for those sophisticated brunches where you’re enjoying just 1 or 2 of these. The dryness holds well without overpowering, providing structure through the nose, palate, and finish.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir–dominant | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Lallier Réflexion R.021 Brut
Based in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ since 1906, Lallier is a grower-minded house that champions terroir over marketing budgets. The Réflexion R.021 release earned Silver at the IWSC and Silver at the CSWWC, and if you haven’t heard of them before, it’s because they prioritize quality production over marketing. This incredible bottle is only released in years when the harvest meets the house's exacting standards. Definitely a Champagne that’ll impress any explorer who typically goes for the big international names.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
This Champagne creates a mimosa that even connoisseurs would enjoy. Its bold dryness and fresh bubbly character meet the orange juice exactly where it needs to be. If you’re hosting a special summer lunch or even a dinner party, and are looking to impress, this is the bottle to present alongside this cocktail.
Region: Aÿ, Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir–led (with Chardonnay & Meunier) | ABV: 12.50% | 750ml
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For a milestone brunch, a landmark toast, or a gift that leaves a lasting impression, these are the iconic bottles to choose from.
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut
This beginner’s Champagne for your mimosa is an award-winning choice with gold at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships and gold at the Champagne Masters. This bottle, in particular, is the house's flagship non-vintage, a blend drawn from more than 50 crus and aged in the chalk cellars of Reims. Perfect for popping with friends, but also in mimosas that are approachable for all drinking levels.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut is all about bringing a consistent bubble and taste that sits well against the fresh orange juice, for a mimosa that has a subtle dry taste but offers more bubbles. Totally approachable and great for those big brunch mimosa celebrations.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir–led blend | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Piper-Heidsieck Brut
Established in Reims in 1785, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne's most storied houses, poured everywhere from the court of Marie Antoinette to old Hollywood, where it became Marilyn Monroe's Champagne of choice. Its Cuvée Brut is built around Pinot Noir and Meunier sourced from more than 100 crus, then patiently cellared.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
Piper-Heidsieck Brut has a brighter character and is just as bright in the bubbles. It’s another great crowd-pleaser, with that dry champagne delight peeking through even more than, say, the Veuve Clicquot Yellow. It’s perfect for those mimosa parties where you want to keep the drinks flowing, thanks to its irresistible price point. ay.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot Noir & Meunier | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Moët & Chandon Nectar Impérial
La Grande Dame is Veuve Clicquot's prestige cuvée and their 25th vintage, named in tribute to Madame Clicquot herself (the original “Grande Dame” of Champagne, born in 1777). This Pinot Noir–driven vintage wine is sourced largely from the historic and sought-after grand cru plots. In addition to the unique sourcing, the bottle arrives just as beautiful as the Champagne inside, with limited-edition floral artwork. This Champagne is both a collector's item and a bottle to pop for the most prestigious celebrations.
Why It’s Perfect for Your Mimosa
This sweeter Champagne is a must if you love a lifting sweetness that plays off the orange juice with a dry finish. Because it’s a demi-sec, the intermediate explorers may even notice slight peach or mango notes on the palate. This bottle is also a crowd-pleaser that’s great for an elevated brunch with your close friends.
Region: Champagne, France | Grapes: Pinot-forward demi-sec | ABV: 12.0% | 750ml
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Are Mimosas Better With Champagne or Prosecco?
In our experience, Champagne is king when it comes to a mimosa. While a fine Prosecco can make a lovely mimosa, it doesn’t have the strong backbone to truly hold up against the juice throughout the entire cocktail. A Prosecco is also more fruity and slightly less bubbly and complex.
Your cocktail experience
If you prefer a more refined cocktail, go with a Champagne. If you prefer something even more approachable than Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut, then a Prosecco might be worth exploring.
Gifting?
If you’re gifting, definitely go with the Champagne. The prestige of this class of spirit is unlike that of any other spirit.
What's the Best Juice For Mimosas?
While orange juice is the typical juice of choice, if you’re looking to change things up a bit, a grapefruit juice is also an excellent choice. The bitterness from the grapefruits hold extremely well against the dryness of the Champagne, for a blend you can sip easily.
Passion fruit juice can also provide a unique take on a mimosa, but be careful, as it can easily overpower the nose and palate of your Champagne. For a passion fruit juice, we recommend leaning towards a demi-sec, like Armand De Brignac Ace of Spades Demi-Sec Champagne or a Chardonnay-forward bottle like Laurent-Perrier “La Cuvée” Brut.
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