Angostura Aromatic Bitters

Aromatic bitters from Trinidad and Tobago, this storied formula has been the backbone of cocktail bars worldwide since the 19th century. Angostura's blend of spices, herbs, and botanicals is a tightly guarded secret, but the result is a dark, intensely concentrated liquid that functions less as a spirit to sip and more as a seasoning agent for mixed drinks and food.

The flavor profile is warm and complex: clove, cinnamon, and cardamom dominate, with undertones of nutmeg and other spices that shift slightly depending on what you're mixing it into. A few dashes transform a simple whiskey or rum cocktail, add depth to an Old Fashioned, or balance the sweetness in a Manhattan. Many bartenders and home cooks also reach for it as a finishing touch in sauces, soups, and baked goods where a hint of spiced bitterness is welcome.