Angostura Orange Bitters

Bright, punchy, and sharply focused, Angostura Orange Bitters brings instant clarity to cocktails that crave lift. Crafted in Trinidad using time-honored methods, it layers bitter orange peel with spice and a subtle herbal snap. A few dashes reshape a drink’s architecture. Small bottle. Big authority. Bartenders reach for it when citrus needs discipline rather than sweetness. It sharpens classics, energizes modern riffs, and quietly fixes drinks that feel flat. Reliable, yes. Predictable, never.

Nose: Zesty orange peel leads immediately, followed by clove, cardamom, and a dry, almost savory herbal edge. It smells focused and intent.

Palate: Bright citrus bitterness hits first, then opens into warm baking spice, gentian root, and a restrained sweetness that never overstays.

Finish: Clean and persistent. Bitter orange lingers with a faint peppery snap and a drying finish that resets the palate.

Add a dash to citrus salads, dark chocolate desserts, or orange-glazed pork. It also elevates marinades and bitter-forward aperitif cocktails.