Bitter

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In addition to agricultural alcohol, bitters contain ingredients from herbs, citrus plants, angostura bark, cinchona bark, berries, or anise.

These spirits are made with a very special combination of herbs. Traditionally, they are drunk as a digestif after a meal or served in long drinks.

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Italy

Montenegro Amaro Italiano

Montenegro Group

18,50 €

0,7 l

26,43 €/l

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Marzadro Olia del Garda Liquore 0.7L

Marzadro 5.0

31,80 €

0,7 l

45,43 €/l

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Germany

Hirschrudel herbal liqueur 0.5L

Seven-Spirits 5.0

32,49 €

0,5 l

64,98 €/l

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Bresca Dorada Mirto Rosso 0.7L

Bresca Dorada 5.0

25,95 €

0,7 l

37,07 €/l

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Denmark

Gammel Dansk Bitter Dram

Arcus AS

16,95 €

0,7 l

24,21 €/l

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Germany

Jägermeister Herbs 1.0L

Jägermeister

19,90 €

1 l

19,90 €/l

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Psenner Fior d'Alpi Amaro Alpino - noble bitter 0.7L

Psenner

20,80 €

0,7 l

29,71 €/l

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Veneto

Jacopo Poli Vaca Mora Amaro

Jacopo Poli

30,99 €

0,7 l

44,27 €/l

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Trinidad and Tobago

Angostura Aromatic Bitters 0.2L

Angostura

17,90 €

0,2 l

89,50 €/l

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Gran Milano Bitter 0.7L

Inga

21,00 €

0,7 l

30,00 €/l

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Cynar Artichoke Bitter Liqueur

Campari 4.0

12,90 €

0,7 l

18,43 €/l

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Italy

Roner Alpler

Brennerei Roner

22,95 €

0,7 l

32,79 €/l

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Quick answers

What distinguishes a bitter from an ordinary herbal liqueur?

The decisive difference lies in the recipe: bitters are characterized by bitter substances from bark, roots, or herbs — cinchona bark, angostura bark, or gentian are typical ingredients. Herbal liqueurs are often sweeter and less complex in their bitterness.

What is the typical alcohol content of bitter liqueurs?

This varies depending on the style: Amari and classic bitter liqueurs are usually between 25 and 35% ABV, while concentrated aromatic bitters like Angostura are significantly higher — up to 44.7% ABV. However, cocktail bitters are only dosed in a few drops.

Are bitter liqueurs vegan?

Most bitter liqueurs are vegan because they are based on plant ingredients. However, individual products may contain animal-based fining agents. When in doubt, it is worth checking the manufacturer's information — or you can ask us directly.

How do you drink bitters — neat, on ice, or in a cocktail?

Amari and herbal bitters work well neat as a digestif after a meal, preferably slightly chilled. Many are also suitable as a base for long drinks — with soda, tonic, or Prosecco. Aromatic bitters, on the other hand, are cocktail ingredients, not standalone drinks.

Which bitter spirits are particularly suitable for an aperitif?

Italian Amari with a distinct citrus note — for example, based on artichoke or herbs from the Alps — are well-suited as an aperitif, with ice and a splash of soda. For more options, take a look at our selection from Italy.

How do I recognize a handcrafted bitter?

Pay attention to the list of herbs: the more specifically the origin and composition are stated, the more likely it is to be carefully produced. Small distilleries from the Alps or Sardinia often macerate their herbs themselves — you can taste this in the depth and individuality of the bitter tone.

The spirit bitter/herbal - buy online

These spirits are made with a very special combination of herbs. Traditionally, they are drunk as a digestif after a meal or served in long drinks. A bitter spirit has an alcohol content of at least 15%. In addition to agricultural alcohol, bitters contain ingredients from herbs, citrus plants, angostura bark, cinchona bark, berries, or anise. Since a bitter taste is assessed subjectively, sweet, non-bitter herbal liqueurs are also classified as stomach bitters.

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