Angostura Orange Bitters is a Citrus & Fruit Bitters from the Angostura Bitters brand crafted in Venezuela.
Angostura Orange Bitters adds a zesty citrus twist to cocktails, enhancing their flavor profile with a blend of tropical oranges and spices. Interestingly, despite its name and orange flavor, this product doesn't actually contain any orange peel - instead, it derives its citrus notes from a proprietary mix of tropical fruits and herbs.
Angostura Orange Bitters stands out from other bitters with its vibrant, zesty orange flavor derived from hand-peeled Caribbean oranges, offering a bright citrus kick without the sweetness found in orange liqueurs. Unlike many orange bitters that rely on dried peels or essential oils, Angostura's proprietary blend includes exotic spices and botanicals, creating a complex and versatile flavor profile that enhances both classic and modern cocktails.
Angostura Orange Bitters shine brightest when used to add depth and complexity to cocktails, particularly those featuring gin, vodka, or light rum as the base spirit. While they can be enjoyed year-round, these bitters truly come into their own during warm summer evenings, perfectly complementing citrus-forward drinks and pairing beautifully with light, fresh dishes like grilled fish or summer salads.
Nose: Sharp citrus notes dominate, primarily orange zest and peel. Underlying hints of cardamom, coriander, and nutmeg add complexity. A subtle woody aroma reminiscent of cedar rounds out the bouquet.
Palate: Intense orange flavor hits first, followed by a blend of warm spices. Cinnamon and clove emerge, balanced by a slight bitterness. The mouthfeel is oily and coating. Traces of gentian root provide an earthy undertone.
Finish: Long-lasting and warming. The orange flavor lingers, gradually giving way to a dry, pleasantly bitter aftertaste. Spice notes continue to evolve, with star anise becoming more prominent. A subtle sweetness reminiscent of burnt sugar appears at the very end.
Angostura Orange Bitters are crafted through a meticulous process of macerating orange peels and spices in a neutral spirit, followed by distillation to extract the essential oils and flavors. What makes their production unique is the use of a secret blend of tropical botanicals and spices, alongside the orange peels, which gives these bitters their distinctive complexity and depth.
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, as a rinse
2 oz Lalo Tequila Blanco
.75 oz Baldoria Dry Vermouth
.5 oz. St-Germain
1 dash orange bitters
grapefruit twist, for garnish
Rinse your coupe with mezcal, then discard.
Stir the rest of the ingredients on ice until very cold.
Strain into prepared coupe.
Express grapefruit twist over the drink and garnish with it.
1.5 oz Lost Explorer, or another Espadin Mezcal
0.75 oz Suze
0.5 oz St-Germain
Several dashes of orange bitters, like Angostura
Grapefruit, as garnish
Stir all the ingredients over ice.
Strain into an, old-fashioned glass over one large-format ice cube.
Garnish with the grapefruit twist.
1.5 oz Beefeater or another London Dry Gin
0.75 oz Barrow’s Intense Ginger Liqueur
0.5 oz Cointreau or another triple sec
2 dashes Angostura Orange Bitters
0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
Combine all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice.
Stir for 20 seconds.
Pour into a martini glass.
Rub a thin slice of blood orange around the rim of the glass and then place it in the drink.
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