Regans' Orange Bitters is a Citrus & Fruit Bitters from the Regans' Bitters brand crafted in United States.
Regans' Orange Bitters, created by cocktail legend Gary Regan, has become a staple in modern mixology, known for its balanced blend of orange peel, cardamom, and other botanicals. Interestingly, the recipe was perfected after Regan experimented with over 30 different formulations, sending samples to top bartenders worldwide for feedback before settling on the final version.
Regans' Orange Bitters stands out as a must-have for cocktail enthusiasts due to its perfectly balanced blend of bitter orange peel, cardamom, cinchona bark, and other aromatic botanicals. Created by cocktail legend Gary Regan, these bitters offer a complex, spicy-citrus profile that enhances classic and modern cocktails alike, making them an essential tool for bartenders and home mixologists seeking to add depth and nuance to their drinks.
Regans' Orange Bitters shines brightest when used as a subtle accent in spirit-forward cocktails, particularly those featuring whiskey, gin, or aged rum. While it's not meant for sipping neat, a dash or two can elevate a simple cocktail into something truly special, making it a year-round essential that pairs wonderfully with citrus-based dishes or spicy appetizers.
Nose: Bright orange zest dominates, with underlying hints of cardamom, coriander, and caraway. A subtle herbal note reminiscent of gentian root adds depth. The aroma is sharp and clean, evoking freshly peeled citrus.
Palate: Intense orange oil hits the tongue first, followed by a complex blend of spices. Cardamom and coriander provide warmth, while a touch of cinchona bark adds bitterness. The mouthfeel is oily yet crisp. A faint sweetness balances the bitter elements.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering notes of orange peel and spice. The bitterness builds, leaving a dry, slightly astringent sensation. Hints of clove and anise emerge in the aftertaste, adding complexity to the citrus-forward profile.
Regans' Orange Bitters are crafted through a meticulous process of macerating orange peels and a blend of spices in neutral grain spirits. What sets these bitters apart is the unique combination of ingredients, including gentian root, cardamom, coriander, and caraway, which are carefully balanced to create a complex and aromatic flavor profile that enhances cocktails without overpowering them.
2 ripe strawberries
2 oz white rum, like Foursquare Probitas
.75 oz lime juice
.5 oz orange liqueur, like Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao
.5 oz simple syrup
2 dashes orange bitters
Remove the stems of your strawberries and add to a cocktail shaker along with your rum.
Muddle with a muddler or a wooden spoon.
Add lime juice, curacao, simple syrup and orange bitters.
Add ice and shake for 30 seconds.
Double strain into a glass with ice.
Garnish with a lime wedge or strawberries!
1.5 oz The Plum, I Suppose
.75 oz Italicus Bergamot Liqueur
.75 oz fresh lime juice
1.5 oz cranberry juice
All all ingredients to a shaker.
Add ice and shake vigorously until very cold.
Strain into a martini glass.
Flame orange zest oils over the glass.
Garnish with a lime wheel.
1.5 oz Abelha Cachaça Prata
0.75 oz Baldoria Rosso Vermouth
0.75 Cynar
2 dashes Regan’s Orange Bitters
Orange peel for garnish
Stir all the ingredients with ice.
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Express oil rom an orange peel over your drink, and use as a garnish.
1.5 oz High N' Wicked 5 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye
1 oz Lustau Dry Amontillado Los Arcos
0.5 oz Paolucci Amaro CioCiaro
0.5 oz Grand Marnier
1 dash Regan’s Orange Bitters
Stir ingredients with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube.
Garnish with an orange peel, if you’d like.
1.5 oz High N' Wicked 5 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye
1 oz Lustau Dry Amontillado Los Arcos
0.5 oz Paolucci Amaro CioCiaro
0.5 oz Grand Marnier
1 dash Regan’s Orange Bitters
Stir ingredients with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube.
Garnish with an orange peel, if you’d like.
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