10 cl
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Angostura - Cocoa Bitters
Size
10 cl
Price
€25.20 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
Top notes of rich bitter, floral, nutty cocoa with a bold infusion of aromatic botanicals provide endless possibilities to remix classic cocktails and put a luxurious spin on a main dish or a sweet treat.
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About this bitters
Angostura Cocoa Bitters is a unique and versatile addition to any cocktail enthusiast's collection. Produced by the world-renowned Angostura brand, which has been crafting high-quality bitters since 1824, these cocoa bitters are a testament to the brand's commitment to excellence.
The history of Angostura dates back to the early 19th century, when Dr. Johann Siegert, a German surgeon, settled in the town of Angostura (now Ciudad Bolivar) in Venezuela. He began experimenting with local herbs and spices to create a medicinal tonic that would help alleviate stomach ailments. This tonic eventually evolved into the now-famous Angostura bitters, which quickly gained popularity among sailors and other seafarers as a cure for seasickness.
Over the years, Angostura has expanded its product line to include a range of bitters, rums, and other spirits. The brand's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a loyal following among bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts around the world.
Angostura Cocoa Bitters is a relatively new addition to the brand's lineup, but it has already made a name for itself as a must-have ingredient for any chocolate or coffee-based cocktail. Made with the finest cocoa beans from Trinidad and Tobago, these bitters add a rich, complex flavour to any drink.
The production process for Angostura Cocoa Bitters begins with the careful selection of the cocoa beans. The beans are roasted to bring out their natural flavour and aroma, then crushed and steeped in alcohol to extract their essence. The resulting liquid is then blended with a secret recipe of herbs and spices to create the final product.
The flavour profile of Angostura Cocoa Bitters is complex and multi-layered, with notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and spice. It pairs well with a variety of spirits, including rum, whiskey, and vodka, and can be used to add depth and complexity to classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and the Manhattan.
Overall, Angostura Cocoa Bitters is a high-quality, versatile ingredient that is sure to impress even the most discerning cocktail connoisseur. Whether you're a professional bartender or a home mixologist,
The Trinidad Nocturne
The Trinidad Nocturne is a shaken cocktail made with Angostura - Cocoa Bitters, served in a coupe.
- Method
- Shaken
- Glass
- Coupe
- Ice
- Cubes
- Garnish
- Split cacao pod positioned horizontally across the rim, single cocoa bean placed atop the cream layer, cocoa powder dusted lightly on cream surface
Ingredients
- 45 ml dark rum
- 30 ml crème de cacao
- 25 ml fresh espresso, cooled
- 20 ml heavy cream
- 4 dashes Angostura Cocoa Bitters
- 2 dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters
- 15 ml simple syrup
- 1 whole cacao pod (for garnish)
Method
- Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water and setting aside.
- Pour dark rum, crème de cacao, cooled espresso, and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Add both the Angostura Cocoa Bitters and Aromatic Bitters to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well-chilled.
- Discard the ice water from the coupe glass.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared coupe glass using a fine mesh strainer.
- Layer the heavy cream over the back of a bar spoon onto the surface of the cocktail to create a floating layer.
Serve
Serve in a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a split cacao pod positioned horizontally across the rim, and a single cocoa bean placed atop the cream layer. Dust the cream surface lightly with cocoa powder for visual depth and aroma enhancement.
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Angostura is a Trinidad-based company that has been producing aromatic bitters since the 19th century. Originally developed as a medicinal tonic by German doctor Johann Gottlieb Benjamin Siegert in the Venezuelan town of…
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