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Bitters are concentrated aromatic liqueurs with a distinct bitter-sweet flavor, used to enhance and deepen the aroma of drinks.

Even though they are added drop by drop, they can change the entire character of a cocktail – highlighting fruity notes, softening sweetness, or adding depth and balance.

From Medicine to the Art of Mixing

Originally created as herbal elixirs to aid digestion, which pharmacists mixed as early as the 18th century. However, they gradually found their way into bars and became an indispensable part of cocktail culture. Today, bitters are made from dozens of herbs, spices, flowers, and citrus peels, which are macerated in alcohol – resulting in a strong aromatic concentrate with a complex flavor.

How to Use Them

Bitters are not consumed on their own but are used as a "seasoning" in cocktails – from classic Old Fashioneds and Manhattans to modern signature drinks.

At home, they are also great for experimenting – just a few drops in tonic, lemonade, or even coffee can reveal a new dimension of flavors.

Bitters represent a bridge between herbal liqueurs and aperitifs.

If you are drawn to complex flavors, discover also herbal liqueurs with a similar aroma or aperitifs that perfectly complement their flavor profile.