Marmalade Negroni

Daiquiri/Classic Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Marmalade Negroni cocktail containing English orange marmalade, Beefeater London Dry Gin, Campari Aperitivo, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Angostura Orange Bitters in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.25 fl oz Campari Aperitivo or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Orange Bitters or alternative

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 until marmalade dissolves
Add remaining ingredients to shaker
Add ice to shaker
Shake well
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Garnish with orange zest twist

Cocktail Description

The Marmalade Negroni transforms the classic aperitif into a bright, citrus-forward affair that makes bitterness remarkably approachable—even for Negroni skeptics.

This clever variation balances Campari's signature bitterness with the sweet-tart complexity of English orange marmalade, creating a multilayered citrus experience that's simultaneously bright and sophisticated. London Dry gin provides a juniper backbone while the addition of fresh lemon juice amplifies the cocktail's refreshing qualities. Perfect for late afternoon sipping or as a pre-dinner appetite stimulant, this cocktail works beautifully year-round but feels especially appropriate during citrus season. It requires only moderate bartending skills—the trickiest part being properly dissolving the marmalade into the gin before shaking. The Marmalade Negroni pairs wonderfully with salty snacks like marcona almonds or olives, but can also stand up to richer fare like duck prosciutto or aged cheeses whose savory notes complement the cocktail's bitter-sweet balance.