Angostura Bitters (11.8cl, 44.7%)

A concentrated aromatic bitters from Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, bottled at 44.7% ABV in a 118ml bottle. Originally formulated in 1824 by Dr. Johann Siegert, it is made by steeping gentian root, herbs and spices in high-proof spirit, then combining the distillate with brown sugar and caramel colouring before diluting to 44.7% ABV. Production moved to Port of Spain in 1875, where the House of Angostura still operates. The nose is dominated by clove and cinnamon, with dried orange peel, anise, gentian and a faint woody note. The palate brings bitter gentian first, then clove, cinnamon bark, cocoa, angelica root and quinine-like notes, balanced by subtle sweetness. The finish is long and warming, with clove and gentian lingering and a dry herbal bitterness.