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How to Set Up a Mother's Day Mimosa Bar (3 Herb-Infused Recipes)
Treat Mom to a "Mom-osa" Bar with three unique mimosas featuring fresh herbs like lavender, thyme, and more.
Apr 22, 2025
A mimosa bar is one of the most memorable ways to level-up this year’s Mother’s Day brunch while mixing in your own personal flair. All you need is sparkling wine, a few juice or pure bases, some fresh garnishes, and a dazzling bar (or table). This guide has all the info you’ll need to make three trendy mimosas: Lemon Lavender, Peach Thyme, and Pear Rosemary. We’ll also give you all the best setup tips, food pairings, and styling advice to make your Mother’s Day brunch the highlight of the year
Handmade crafts, thoughtful notes and cards, and personalized experiences are the kinds of Mother’s Day gifts that can last long after the special day. This year, skip the wrapping paper and give your mom something fun, interactive, and memorable — a magical mimosa bar that’s designed just for her.
How to create a mimosa bar
To create the ultimate Mother’s Day mimosa bar, start by making a list of supplies and gathering them at least a day in advance. You don’t have to go overboard (though you can); just make sure you have a cart or table to act as a bar, some decorations like flowers and fresh herbs, and the right ingredients to make these special Mother’s Day mimosas.
The mimosas
When it comes to mimosas, go beyond the ordinary Champagne and orange juice. These Mother’s Day mimosas are fun, beautiful, and delicious thanks to fresh herbs that act as both decoration and add a unique flavor. After all, the moms in your life deserve the very best.
- 2 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons dried lavender (culinary grade)
- 2 cups lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 bottle Harry & David® Sparkling Wine
- Fresh lavender (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
- In a medium, heavy-bottomed pot, combine 1 cup water with the sugar. Place over medium-high heat and bring mixture to a boil, stirring often to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium-low and add the dried lavender. Stir and simmer for 1 minute. Turn off heat, cover, and allow lavender to steep and syrup to cool; 20 minutes.
- Strain syrup and discard the lavender. Place strained syrup in the fridge to chill completely; around 30 minutes.
- In a pitcher combine chilled, freshly squeezed lemon juice with the lavender simple syrup. Stir thoroughly to combine. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of cold, filtered water. Place in the fridge until cocktails are ready to be made.
- When ready to serve, fill each glass with about 1/3 cup of sparkling wine. Top with 1/3 cup of the chilled lemon-lavender-ade. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender or a lemon slice. Serve immediately.
- 12 cup water
- 13 cup sugar
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 Harry & David® Oregold® Peaches (peeled, pitted, quartered (if the peaches are too large, use just one))
- 1 bottle Harry & David® Sparkling Wine
- In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and sprigs of thyme. Bring mixture to a boil; lower to a simmer and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir, and completely cool in the refrigerator; about 15 minutes. Remove sprigs of thyme and pour the syrup into a blender. Add the peaches; purée mixture until combined and smooth.
- Divide the peach purée evenly between 4 glasses. Pour sparkling wine into each glass, and serve.
- 2 parts Harry & David® Sparkling Wine
- 1 part pear juice
- 1 sprig rosemary (for garnish)
- 1 slice Harry & David® Royal Riviera Pear (for garnish)
- Combine all ingredients into a chilled mimosa glass, garnish with a slice of pear and sprig of rosemary.
Snackable mimosa pairings
Complete your mimosa bar with some snackable bites whose flavors complement the mimosas.
Consider baked goods that have simpler flavor profiles and won't sit too heavy in the stomach, like shortbreads and macarons. If you have treats that include icing, make sure they’re light and airy, not dense. These more subtle flavors and lighter-weight treats complement rather than overpower the mimosas’ complex flavors and bubbly texture.
A variety of fruits can also add a fresh spring touch to the mimosa bar, acting as a bright palate cleanser between sips.
How to style a mimosa bar
The mimosas will taste amazing no matter how they look, but styling their setup can create an even more memorable Mother's Day.
Keep colors light and bright with pastels and natural floral shades. The décor and textures should follow this pattern. The fruit can double-up partly as decoration, too. Arrange everything in a way that allows easy access to the drinks and the snacks without crowding everything together. And don’t forget the flowers. Pinks, yellows, and pastels will match the spring theme and the colors of the mimosas and sweets.
No matter what you choose to do for your mom on Mother’s Day, be sure to slow down and enjoy every moment you get to share together. The best experiences aren’t defined by gifts but by the genuine connection you share.
What do you need for a mimosa bar at home?
To set up a mimosa bar at home, you’ll need sparkling wine, a few juice options, fresh fruit, and herbs for garnishes. If you want to keep it traditional, get a bottle of Champagne or Prosecco. Orange juice is usually the go-to, but peach, pineapple, and cranberry juice all work just as well. And don’t forget to bring citrus slices, rosemary, mint, and lavender.
What is the ratio of champagne to juice in a mimosa?
The classic mimosa ratio is equal parts wine and juice. If your palate prefers sweet, you can do two parts juice and one part wine.
What juices go well in mimosas besides orange juice?
Just about any kind of fruit juice work well with mimosas, but citrus juices are typically the best. If you don’t like the classic orange, you can use peach, pineapple, mango, cranberry, pomegranate, blood orange, or your favorite mixture. Don’t be afraid to throw a slice or two of fresh fruit in there.
What are unique mimosa flavors or herb-infused ideas for brunch?
The most popular unique mimosa flavors involve switching up the juice and adding a non-sweet garnish. Strawberry basil, peach rosemary, and lemon thyme are popular on brunch menus. Get creative with your use of herbs, flavored syrups, and fruit purees and use this Mother’s Day to craft your own signature mimosa.
What food pairs well with mimosas at brunch?
Mimosas pair well with all the brunch and charcuterie staples. Pastries and fresh fruit are the perfect sweet additions, while cheese, quiche, and smoked salmon add a savory balance.
AUTHOR
Beginning her writing career as a print journalist, Hanna Marcus worked as a beat reporter and general assignment reporter in newsrooms throughout Florida including The Tampa Bay Times, The Orlando Sentinel, The Naples Daily News, and The Gainesville Sun. Now a full-time freelance writer, she writes for clients such as Hot Topic, New Balance, BoxLunch, and others.
