Bright fresh, fruity, zesty
Orange Bitters by Angostura
Classic orange bitters with bright citrus character
Historical Context
Traditional Caribbean orange bitters style
What Does Angostura Orange Bitters Taste Like?
Bitter orange peel with a warm spice backing and a touch more sweetness than most orange bitters. Rounder and less sharp than the craft expressions, it blends rather than announces itself.
Recipes with Angostura Orange Bitters
Adonis
Low-ABV sherry cocktail with orange bitters
Americano
Low-ABV aperitif with Campari
Bamboo
Low-ABV sherry and vermouth cocktail
Suze Spritz
French gentian aperitif spritz
Aviation
Gin cocktail with crème de violette and maraschino
Bonal and Rye
Equal parts Savoyard quinquina and rye, stirred down with two kinds of bitters
Guides
FAQ
How are Angostura Orange Bitters different from Angostura Aromatic?
Angostura Orange is citrus-forward with bright orange peel character. Angostura Aromatic is spice-forward with cinnamon, clove, and warming notes. They serve different roles: orange bitters for citrus complexity, aromatic bitters for warm spice depth. Many cocktails benefit from using both.
What cocktails use Angostura Orange Bitters?
Angostura Orange works well in Martinis, gin and tonics, and Whiskey Sours. It is a good all-purpose orange bitter for anyone building their first home bar.
Related Bitters
Bottles that share a flavor profile