Description
Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade
A three-star Great Taste Award-winning marmalade combining fragrant Seville oranges with rich 70% dark cacao for bright citrus flavour and a smooth chocolate finish.
Quick answer: Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade is a handmade chocolate orange preserve made with bitter Seville oranges and 70% dark cacao. It begins with aromatic citrus and fine-cut peel, followed by smooth cacao depth and a long, bittersweet finish.
Our Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade brings together two flavours that naturally belong together: fragrant bitter orange and deep, smooth cacao.
The Seville oranges provide lively acidity, aromatic peel and the clean bitterness expected from a traditional marmalade.
The 70% dark cacao follows with warmth and richness, softening the sharper citrus notes without hiding the fruit.
Three-Star Great Taste Award Winner
A deeply flavoured chocolate orange marmalade with bright Seville citrus and a smooth cacao finish.
Why This Marmalade Is Special
Seville oranges
Bring aromatic peel, lively acidity and classic marmalade bitterness.
70% dark cacao
Adds smooth chocolate depth, warmth and a rich finish.
Three-star winner
Recognised at the Great Taste Awards for exceptional flavour.
Small-batch made
Handmade in our Gloucestershire kitchen.
Tasting Notes
Flavour: Bright Seville orange followed by rich dark cacao
Sweetness: Balanced and gently rounded
Bitterness: Traditional Seville citrus with dark chocolate depth
Texture: Glossy and spoonable with fine-cut peel
Finish: Smooth, warming and lingering
Why Seville Orange and Dark Cacao Work Together
Seville oranges have enough acidity, fragrance and natural bitterness to stand up to the richness of cacao.
The citrus arrives first, bringing freshness and aromatic peel. The dark cacao then adds warmth and body, creating a rounded finish without turning the preserve into a chocolate spread.
The result remains unmistakably a marmalade, but with a deeper flavour that makes it especially good for baking, desserts and slow weekend breakfasts.
A Grown-Up Chocolate Orange Marmalade
Chocolate and orange are a familiar pairing, but the use of bitter Seville fruit gives this marmalade a more complex character.
The orange is aromatic rather than simply sweet, while the 70% dark cacao adds smoothness and depth.
That balance makes it rich without becoming heavy, and indulgent without losing the freshness of the fruit.
How We Make It
We prepare the Seville oranges carefully, cooking the fruit until the peel becomes tender and the natural citrus oils are fully released.
The dark cacao is then blended through the marmalade in a measured quantity so it adds richness without masking the orange.
Each batch is handmade in our Gloucestershire kitchen, creating a glossy preserve with bright citrus at the front and a smooth cacao finish.
How to Enjoy It
- Spread on toasted brioche, croissants or buttered sourdough
- Serve with pancakes, waffles or crêpes
- Layer into chocolate cakes, cupcakes and brownies
- Use as a filling for tarts, biscuits or pastries
- Spoon over vanilla ice cream, panna cotta or cheesecake
- Pair with mascarpone, ricotta or creamy soft cheese
Chef-crafted, small batch, preserving excellence.
Sarah’s Maker’s Note
The Seville orange must always lead this marmalade. I use the dark cacao to add warmth and depth, not to overwhelm the fruit. You should taste bright citrus first, followed by a smooth, lingering chocolate finish.
Made for Baking
This marmalade is particularly useful in recipes where chocolate and citrus already work well together.
- Use as a filling for a dark chocolate sponge cake
- Swirl through brownie or blondie batter
- Add to chocolate cupcakes before baking
- Warm and brush over an orange or chocolate loaf cake
- Layer into a chocolate tart or biscuit sandwich
Bake with this marmalade
Use it to make rich dark chocolate cupcakes with a bright Seville orange centre.
Bake our Dark Chocolate & Seville Orange Cacao Marmalade Cupcakes
Three-Star Great Taste Award Winner
Award-Winning Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade
Recognised with three stars at the Great Taste Awards for its balance of aromatic Seville orange, traditional bitterness and smooth dark cacao depth.
Ingredients and Product Information
Ingredients and fruit information
Ingredients: Seville oranges, sugar, water, 70% dark cacao and natural citrus oils.
Fruit: Made with Seville oranges.
Artificial additives: No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
Allergen and dietary information
Allergen information: For allergens, see ingredients in bold, where applicable.
Dietary information: Suitable for vegetarians.
Produced in a kitchen that handles milk, soya and sulphites.
Storage and shelf life
Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Once opened, refrigerate and enjoy within four weeks. Always use a clean spoon.
The best-before date is shown on the base of the jar.
Additional information
Jar size: 200 g.
Award: Three-star Great Taste Award winner.
Made in: Our Gloucestershire kitchen.
Please note: Natural citrus peel, zest strands or pips may occasionally occur.
Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade FAQs
What does Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade taste like?
It begins with bright, aromatic Seville orange and fine citrus peel, followed by smooth dark cacao and a rich, bittersweet finish.
Is this a chocolate orange marmalade?
Yes. It is a handmade chocolate orange marmalade made with bitter Seville oranges and 70% dark cacao.
Is it very sweet?
No. The natural bitterness of the Seville oranges and the depth of the dark cacao keep the sweetness balanced.
What can I serve with it?
Serve it on brioche, croissants, toast, pancakes or crêpes. It also works beautifully with chocolate cakes, vanilla ice cream, panna cotta, mascarpone and creamy cheeses.
Can I bake with it?
Yes. Use it in chocolate cakes, cupcakes, brownies, tarts and sandwich biscuits, or warm it gently and brush it over a freshly baked cake.
Does it work with cheese?
Yes. Its citrus and cacao notes pair well with mascarpone, ricotta, Brie and other creamy or soft cheeses.
Is it handmade?
Yes. Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade is handmade in small batches at The Artisan Kitchen in Gloucestershire.
What award has it won?
Seville Orange & Dark Cacao Marmalade has received three stars at the Great Taste Awards.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. It is suitable for vegetarians.
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Ruth Brimacombe –
Was a gift and the recipient loved it. Tasty twist on a staple.