Bucks Fizz is a classic breakfast cocktail often served at wedding receptions and other celebratory events. It is crafted by combining freshly squeezed orange juice and sparkling wine, typically Prosecco or Champagne. The result is a light, bubbly, and refreshing drink adorned with the vibrant orange hue. Creating the perfect Bucks Fizz requires striking a harmonious balance between the tartness of the orange juice and the sweetness of the sparkling wine. This delightful beverage can be further enhanced with a garnish of orange zest, a dash of grenadine, or a splash of elderflower liqueur.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BUCK'S FIZZ
The simple and classic combination of orange juice and champagne makes a perfect cocktail for a celebratory brunch or party
Provided by Miriam Nice
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- First, pour 50ml of the orange juice into each glass.
- Very slowly top up each glass with 100ml champagne.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium
BUCK'S FIZZ I
Categories Champagne Fruit Juice Gin Alcoholic Cocktail Party Orange Shower Party House & Garden Drink
Yield Serves 1.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except the champagne in a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into a highball glass. Fill with champagne.
BUCK'S FIZZ I
Categories Champagne Gin Alcoholic Cocktail Party Cocktail Orange Summer Chill House & Garden Drink
Yield Serves 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except the champagne in a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into a highball glass. Fill with champagne.
BUCK'S FIZZ - CHAMPAGNE AND ORANGE COCKTAIL
A Traditional celebration drink in our house, served on Christmas Morning, Birthdays, Anniversaries and almost all other "excuses" for a "knees up"!! We do use Champagne, but if this seems just too sybaritic & over indulgent, you can use any good quality "Fizz". Freshly squeezed orange juice is de rigeur, but again, you can get great "fresh-tasting" orange juices in bottles & cartons too.......but please, NO ice & unsweetened is best!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 6 glasses, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Chill your Champagne & Orange Juice.
- Select tall and elegant shaped wine glasses!
- Pour about one third of orange juice into the glass first and then top up with champagne.
- Serve as a toast or as a celebration cocktail.
- P.S. The quantities have been known to change to almost NO orange juice to nearly ALL champagne at very "Festive" Frolics! Sante!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.2, Fat 0.2, Sodium 7.1, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 8.3, Protein 0.7
BUCKS FIZZERS
Chocolate orange mousse, Prosecco cream and tingly sherbet - if you're entertaining a crowd, they'll love this dessert with a twist
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the cream, chocolate, orange zest and juice, and icing sugar in a heatproof bowl. Set over a pan of barely simmering water and gently melt until smooth.
- Splash about 0.5-1cm of orange juice into a small bowl. Tip the sherbet onto a plate. Dip the rims of 8 small pots, glasses or jars into the orange juice, then into the sherbet - like frosting the rim of a Margarita glass. Keep the remaining sherbet.
- Evenly pour the chocolate between your frosted pots, glasses or jars, and chill for at least 2 hrs, or up to 48 hrs.
- Beat the whipping cream, Prosecco and icing sugar until thick, then add a dollop to the top of each pot. Sprinkle on a little more sherbet just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Fat 54 grams fat, SaturatedFat 34 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 32 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the perfect Bucks Fizz, use fresh orange juice and chilled sparkling wine. The fresher the ingredients, the better the drink will taste.
- If you don't have fresh orange juice, you can use a good quality store-bought orange juice. Just make sure that it's 100% orange juice and not a juice blend.
- Sparkling wine is the traditional choice for Bucks Fizz, but you can also use Prosecco, Cava, or another sparkling white wine.
- To make a non-alcoholic Bucks Fizz, simply omit the sparkling wine and replace it with more orange juice or sparkling water.
- Bucks Fizz can be served as an aperitif, a brunch drink, or a cocktail. It's also a great way to celebrate a special occasion.
Conclusion:
Bucks Fizz is a classic cocktail that is easy to make and delicious to drink. It's perfect for any occasion, from a special celebration to a casual brunch. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and festive drink, give Bucks Fizz a try. You won't be disappointed!
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