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Spiced · Herbal

Aromatic Bitters

Bitters|Bitters|45% ABV|Global bar tradition, Global

Aromatic bitters are one of the most essential cocktail seasoning components found in many classic and modern recipes

Aromatic bitters bring warm spice herbal depth and light bitterness helping structure spirit forward cocktails and balanced mixed drinks

Flavor Profile

Sweetness

Low

Bitterness

High

Acidity

Low

Body

Light

Taste

BitterSpiceAromatic

Aroma

CloveCinnamonGentianCitrus Peel

Texture

Light

Known For

Classic Cocktails

Old FashionedManhattanChampagne Cocktail

Modern Cocktails

Modern HighballsCraft Sours

Signature Serves

Seasoned Classic Serves

Pairings

Pairs Well With

WhiskeyRumGin

Recommended With

Orange PeelSugarVermouth

Avoid Pairing With

None

Substitutes

Substitute With

Angostura Bitters

Non-Alcoholic Alternatives

Non Alcoholic Bitters

similar aromatic structure with brand specific variation

Serving Tips

Use only a few dashes to avoid overpowering flavor

Storage Tips

Store upright in a cool dark place

Buying Tips

Choose aromatic bitters as a foundational bar ingredient for most classic recipes

Mix it into something

Cocktails made with Aromatic Bitters

About Aromatic Bitters

What Does Aromatic Bitters Taste Like?

Warm spiced herbal with complex bitterness and citrus lift

How It Is Made

Produced by macerating herbs spices roots and citrus peels in high proof alcohol then filtered and aged for flavor development

How To Use Aromatic Bitters in Cocktails

Use in small dashes to season classic and modern cocktails

Best For

Classic stirred cocktails sours and aromatic highballs

A Bit of History

Aromatic bitters have been used since the nineteenth century as essential cocktail aromatic seasoning components in classic mixology

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