Description
Brunch is better with beverages and these Grapefruit Basil Mimosas are the prefect sipper for Mother’s Day (or any day).
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail:
- 2 Tablespoons Basil Simple Syrup (see below)
- 4 ounces grapefruit juice
- 2 ounces prosecco (or to your taste)
- Garnish: quarter slice of fresh grapefruit, fresh basil sprig
For the Basil Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh basil (packed)
Instructions
For the Mimosa:
- Combine simple syrup and grapefruit juice in a glass and stir.
- Top with prosecco and garnish with grapefruit wedge and basil sprig.
For the Basil Simple Syrup:
- Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir until dissolved. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Remove from heat and add basil. Allow basil to steep in syrup mixture for 1 hour then strain syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove basil.
- Place syrup in the refrigerator and allow to cool completely before using.
Notes
- Extra simple syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.