"Christianne's Golden Mimosa": In Luxury Venues Around the Country from Now Through Mother’s Day (with Recipe)
- Christianne Klein
- Apr 13
- 5 min read
Updated: Apr 19
For me, Mother’s Day has always been synonymous with mimosas. My mother and grandmothers rarely drank during the year, yet every Mother’s Day, they’d celebrate with a flute of champagne, juice, and flowers. As a child, I’d be handed my own flute filled with sparkling water and orange juice. Even then, I felt like I was part of the celebration, honoring generations of women and all they had done to shape the family we are today.
I couldn’t wait to become a mom myself- to join the “mom club,” filled with love, laughter, hard work, happiness, education, sacrifice, and so much more I didn’t even fully understand. Deep down, I also knew I wanted to carry on this little ritual that celebrated women in a unique, meaningful way. It was more than a drink; it was a tradition, a quiet acknowledgment of the women who came before me and the joy of marking life’s special moments together.
Years later, a mimosa was the first drop of alcohol I ever tasted.
As an adult, mimosas have become far more than a Mother’s Day treat. I adore them and love experimenting with exciting new variations. Earlier this year, in my kitchen, I created what has now become one of my favorite cocktails: Christianne’s Golden Mimosa. My husband always knows when something exciting is happening in the kitchen- it begins the same way, with me calling out, “Oh my god, you have to try this!” Whether he’s across the room, in the kitchen right next to me, or I’m pulling him in, every magical moment of cooking creation and discovery happens there, surrounded by the tools that bring joy to our everyday life. The golden color shines in the glass and carries so many meanings. It honors mothers as the radiant and precious heart of the family. It’s also a nod to our incredible 8-year-old daughter, Livia, who made me a mom and can sing Golden like she’s Rumi in Huntrix, protecting the Honmoon.
I’m thrilled to finally share this special cocktail recipe with all of you. Even more exciting? This luxurious drink will be featured on menus at incredible venues across the U.S. from today through Mother’s Day. Each venue is unique, with breathtaking views, exquisite design, and delicious food- perfect for pairing with this sparkling, elevated cocktail. The full list of venues carrying Christianne’s Golden Mimosa is below the recipe, and I hope you’ll support them throughout the month.
Christianne’s Golden Mimosa is an elegant evolution beyond the classic champagne and juice. It features pineapple and apple juice, triple sec, brandy, and the fabulous Gratsi Brut from France, finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and a light microplane of cinnamon. I first used Gratsi Brut in my own kitchen while creating this recipe, and I’m so excited to share their delicious zero-sugar brut with all of you. There’s no added sugar in this cocktail beyond what’s naturally present in the fruit juices and orange liqueur, making it the perfect sparkling finish.
This mimosa is elevated in flavor and in spirit- a celebration of women, tradition, and a little indulgence. Celebrate throughout the month, whether you’re a mom, a future mom, supporting moms, or simply honoring your own mom- so yes, everyone. I’ll be toasting to you, my ancestors, and my not-so-little baby girl- for the young lady she is today and the remarkable woman she’ll one day become.
I hope you love it as much as I do.
xo
Christianne
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Christianne’s Golden Mimosa
Ingredients:
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• ½ oz apple juice
• 1 oz orange liqueur (triple sec)
• ½ oz Brandy
• 4 oz Gratsi Brut Sparkling
• Cinnamon, to dust on top
• Fresh squeeze of lime
Instructions:
Combine pineapple juice, apple juice, orange liqueur, and brandy in a shaker with ice, and shake to chill and integrate. Strain into a coupe glass or over fresh ice if preferred, then gently top with sparkling Gratsi Brut. Squeeze lime over the top and discard the lime, then finish with a light microplane of fresh cinnamon. Garnish with a rock crystal stir stick or a fresh edible flower, and serve immediately.
Optional: add a small pinch of edible gold glitter to the shaker before shaking for a subtle shimmer.
Celebrate with the cocktail at select luxury venues nationwide, with more locations coming soon, including:
Top of the V Spanish Steakhouse – The Viv (CA)
Address: 1601 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805
Phone: 714-408-2787
PLANTA Cocina | Marina Del Rey (CA)
Address: 4625 Admiralty Way Ste. 104, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Phone: (310) 362-7730
Liam’s Den and Bubble Bar – The Palazzo at The Venetian (NV)
Website: liamslasvegas.com
Address: 3377 S Las Vegas Blvd, 2nd FL Suite 2860, Las Vegas, NV 89109-1407
Location: Inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian/Palazzo
Phone: (702) 827-4307
Alma (NY)
Website: almabk.com
Address: 187 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Phone: 718-422-7500
PLANTA Queen | NOMAD (NYC)
Address: 15 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (917) 675-7700
ERIA ( CA) Extended through June 14
Website: eriaevents.co
Address: 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
Phone: 925-444-5927
Kimpton Vero Beach (Entire Resort) – Cobalt & Heaton’s (FL)
Website: verobeachhotelandspa.com
Address: 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Reservations: (866) 602-8376 | Hotel: (772) 231-5666
Cobalt (FL)
Address: 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Reservations: (866) 602-8376 | Hotel: (772) 231-5666
Heaton’s (FL)
Address: 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Reservations: (866) 602-8376 | Hotel: (772) 231-5666
PLANTA Queen | Washington, DC - Dupont Circle
Address: 1200 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 790-5972
Sanjh Restaurant (TX)
Website: sanjhrestaurant.com
Address: 5250 N. O'Connor Blvd., Suite 146, Irving, TX 75039
Phone: +1 (972) 239-1800
PLANTA | Bethesda (MD)
Address: 4910 Elm St, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 407-2447
Katherine’s Steakhouse – CasaBlanca Resort & Casino (NV)
Address: 950 W Mesquite Blvd, Mesquite, NV 89027
Phone: 725-253-2497
Sienna Restaurants (CA)
Website: siennarestaurants.com
Sienna (Roseville, CA)
Address: 1480 Eureka Road, Roseville, CA 95661 | Drink Menu
Phone: (916) 771-4700
Sienna (El Dorado Hills, CA)
Address: 1006 Whiterock Road, Suite 200, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 | Drink Menu
Phone: (916) 941-9694
Click here to watch Christianne sharing her recipe and details on CBS, Las Vegas: https://www.8newsnow.com/news/las-vegas-now/mothers-day-cocktail-recipe-with-christianne-klein/
Yahoo!: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/mother-day-cocktail-recipe-christianne-231443955.html
Christianne Klein is an Emmy® and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning TV Host, journalist, travel and lifestyle expert, and founder of FoodFamilyTravel.com.
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