Bitter Orange Fizz

Champagne Cocktails & Spritzes • October 21, 2026

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A photo of the Bitter Orange Fizz cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, English orange marmalade, Campari Aperitivo, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, La Marca Prosecco in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

1.00 spoon English orange marmalade
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Stir marmalade with gin in base of shaker to dissolve marmalade
Add Campari and lemon juice
Add ice to shaker
Shake well
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Top with Prosecco

Cocktail Description

The Bitter Orange Fizz brings together gin, marmalade, and Campari in a sparkling drink that's both sophisticated and refreshingly unexpected.

This cocktail balances bitter and sweet in a way that'll wake up your palate—the chunky sweetness of English orange marmalade mingles with Campari's herbal bitterness, while Beefeater gin adds juniper backbone and lemon juice brings brightness. The Prosecco topper adds elegant bubbles and a touch of fruity dryness that ties everything together. It's moderately complex to make since you'll need to properly dissolve the marmalade into the gin (a little elbow grease required), but the effort pays off in a beautifully textured drink. The fizz makes this perfect for brunch gatherings, early evening aperitifs, or celebratory occasions when you want something more interesting than a standard sparkling cocktail. As for food pairings, think rich and savory: charcuterie boards with aged cheeses and cured meats, smoked salmon on toast points, or roasted duck with citrus glaze would all complement the drink's bitter-sweet profile. The Campari's intensity and the marmalade's sweetness can stand up to bold flavors without getting lost.