Angostura Cocoa Bitters is a Nut & Seed Bitters from the Angostura Bitters brand crafted in Venezuela.
Angostura Cocoa Bitters adds a rich, chocolatey depth to cocktails, enhancing both sweet and savory drinks with its complex flavor profile. Interestingly, despite its name, these bitters don't actually contain cocoa; instead, they're crafted using a blend of other botanicals that mimic the flavor of chocolate, making them a unique and versatile addition to any home bar.
Angostura Cocoa Bitters stands out as a unique twist on traditional aromatic bitters, infusing cocktails with rich chocolate notes and a hint of spice. Unlike most rums, this specialty product is actually a concentrated flavoring agent crafted from Trinidad and Tobago's prized trinitario cocoa, offering bartenders and home mixologists a versatile tool to add depth and complexity to a wide range of drinks, from classic Old Fashioneds to innovative tropical concoctions.
Angostura Cocoa Bitters shine in both spirit-forward cocktails and tropical drinks, adding depth and complexity with their rich chocolate notes. They're equally enjoyable when added to hot cocoa or coffee on chilly autumn evenings, or paired with desserts like tiramisu and chocolate mousse to enhance their decadent flavors.
Nose: Sharp cocoa powder dominates, followed by warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Hints of coffee and dark chocolate emerge, with a subtle undercurrent of bitter orange peel.
Palate: Intense bittersweet chocolate leads, balanced by a complex spice blend reminiscent of chai tea. Notes of roasted nuts, particularly almonds, appear mid-palate. A gentle sweetness reminiscent of molasses provides depth without overwhelming.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering cocoa and spice. The bitterness intensifies, leaving a dry, slightly tannic sensation. Faint hints of vanilla and toasted wood round out the experience.
Angostura Cocoa Bitters is crafted using a blend of Trinitario and Criollo cocoa beans, which are fermented, dried, and roasted before being infused with a secret mix of botanicals and spices. What's fascinating about the process is that Angostura uses the same method they've employed for over a century to make their aromatic bitters, applying this time-honored technique to create a unique cocoa expression.
My first "flavoured" bitters. Still learning it's values but nothing bad to say at all
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