Bitter Truth Orange BittersA traditional marmalade scent sets off act one of the Bitter Truth Orange Bitters on the nose. This is followed by a cacophony of clove, cinnamon and nutmeg. On first taste, cardamom and caraway make an entrance and the finishing number is true orange peel oil. This ingredient supports the cast of a traditional martini but duets well with rums, whiskies and tequilas as well. 39% ABV, Made in Germany

The palate is enjoyably warm

beloved in the German

Bottled at 27

not overly sweet and surprisingly unboozy despite being 100 proof

Cointreau's amber bottle conceals a perfectly transparent liqueur

Fortaleza rests their tequila for about 7 months in re-chipped and re-charred American oak barrels

Quassia wood

Fruit flavored rums may have a less than stellar reputation these days

as the rest of the industry's production had ceased

cinnamon & spice

and sweet notes

Soft and faintly sweet mouthfeel with traces of oak and butterscotch