The Essential Bitters Guide

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The Essential Bitters Guide

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Name	Name	Origin	Flavor Notes	Used In	Description
1Angostura Bitters	Angostura Bitters	Trinidad & Tobago	Aromatic, clove, cinnamon, herbs	Old Fashioned, Manhattan	The most iconic bitters — a must-have for countless classic cocktails.
2Peychaud’s Bitters	Peychaud’s Bitters	New Orleans, USA	Anise, cherry, floral	Sazerac, Champagne Cocktail	Brighter and more floral than Angostura, essential for New Orleans-style drinks.
3Orange Bitters	Orange Bitters	Various (Regans’, Fee Bros., Angostura)	Citrus peel, spice, dry bitterness	Martini, Martinez	Adds depth and dryness to gin and whiskey cocktails — a Martini essential.
4Fee Brothers Bitters	Fee Brothers Bitters	USA	Wide range (peach, mint, rhubarb, etc.)	Creative cocktails, mocktails	Known for flavored bitters great in both modern mixology and non-alcoholic drinks.
5Scrappy’s Bitters	Scrappy’s Bitters	USA	Cardamom, lavender, celery, and more	Modern craft cocktails	Artisan bitters with distinct and bold flavor profiles — made in small batches.
6The Bitter Truth	The Bitter Truth	Germany	Aromatic, chocolate, grapefruit, etc.	Manhattans, Negronis, and custom creations	A favorite among bartenders — with a broad range of both classic and experimental options.
7Amargo Chuncho	Amargo Chuncho	Peru	Clove, cinnamon, cherry, spice	Pisco Sour, tropical drinks	Peruvian bitters traditionally used in pisco-based cocktails.
8Bittermens Bitters	Bittermens Bitters	USA	Cacao, mole, tiki, hops, etc.	Cocktails needing edge or savory depth	Inventive and flavorful bitters made for creative bartending.
9Bob’s Bitters	Bob’s Bitters	UK	Liquorice, chocolate, ginger, coriander	Martinis, high-end bars	Single-ingredient bitters used by Michelin-starred mixologists.
10Dale DeGroff’s Pimento Bitters	Dale DeGroff’s Pimento Bitters	USA	Allspice, cinnamon, clove, vanilla	Hot Toddies, Old Fashioned	Warm and spicy — perfect for autumnal and holiday drinks.
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