Bitter beginnings: British cocktail bitters
The Bitter Club is a new range of premium British cocktail bitters inspired by luxury perfume and beauty brands. Created by Ro Murray, the range consists of three flavours: Grapefruit & Elderberry, Cinnamon & Orange and Hibiscus & Rose (all Alc 39%). Made without artificial sweeteners or flavourings, they can be used to add a twist to cocktails or simply dashed into soda or tonic. ‘Our commitment to using only the finest natural ingredients ensures that each drop of our bitters can enhance the flavour profile of any pour – alcoholic or not,’ explained Murray. ‘As the “spice rack” for cocktails, The Bitter Club hopes to add depth of flavour and balance to both the simplest and most complex of serves.’
Try a dash of Hibiscus & Rose to add floral notes and a pink hue to a Martini. My favourite is the tangy Grapefruit & Elderberry: delicious with tonic for a fresh, low-alcohol summer serve. Presented in chic fragrance- inspired dropper bottles, they would make a stylish and creative addition to your home bar.
What is… bottled in bond?
Bottled in bond, or BiB, is an American designation for a distilled spirit that has been produced according to very strict government regulations. It dates back to the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897, which was passed at a time when alcohol sales were unregulated and whiskey was typically sold direct from the barrel and was often adulterated by cheap or harmful substances, including
