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Bitters

Screwdriver

A dash of Angostura bitters gives complexity to this classic orange juice and vodka cocktail.

Army & Navy

An almond syrup imparts rich body to this otherwise bright, citrusy gin sour.

What Are Bitters and Why Do They Make Drinks Better?

Transform your home bar game with this cocktail essential.

Martinez

The Martinez is a classic cocktail made with sweet vermouth stirred with gin, maraschino, and bitters.

This Rule-Breaking Red Cocktail Is a Certified Legend

The Gunshop Fizz pairs a whole lot of bitters with a little fresh fruit.

Sazeraquiri

A blend of two icons, the Sazeraquiri is greater than the sum of its parts.

Angostura Fizz

A spicy fizz that will make Angostura bitters your new favorite spirit.

Gunshop Fizz

The Gunshop Fizz gets its bang from two ounces, not dashes, of Peychaud’s bitters.

Vieux Carré

Named for the French Quarter of New Orleans, this classic cocktail is complex and boozy. It’s made with rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, and Bénédictine, an herbal liqueur that's sweetened with a touch of honey.

Horsefeather

This signature Kansas City cocktail is the Moscow mule’s spicier, boozier Midwestern cousin. 

Redheaded Saint

A compelling combination of mezcal, tequila, fresh lime, ginger beer, and raspberry syrup.

Bizzy Izzy Highball

This cocktail with rye whiskey, pineapple, and sherry sits right at home with the way we drink now, but it dates back to 1917.

Trident

The Trident cocktail is a riff on a negroni that uses Spain’s sherry, Italy’s Cynar, and Scandinavia’s aquavit.

Up-to-Date Cocktail

Manhattanesque in both composition and deliciousness, this whiskey and sherry welcomes swapping in bourbon if you prefer your drink a little sweeter.

Angostura Bitters, Beyond the Bar

The barkeep’s staple is a key ingredient in West Indies cooking. This twist on shepherd's pie shows why.

What Your Thanksgiving Desserts Really Want: Angostura Whipped Cream

A few dashes of Angostura bitters gives whipped cream well-rounded spice that’s perfectly suited for pumpkin pie.

Tropic Like It's Hot

This pineapple and tequila cocktail is a beach party in a glass.

That'll Take the Edge Off

Inspired by a Sazerac, here's a super boozy, herbal-Scotchy drink that'll relax your shoulders, loosen your tongue, and clear your mind—basically, everything you need a stiff drink to do.

This Week in Food News: Bitter Is Back

But did it ever leave? Plus: malnutrition in the nation's "salad bowl."

A Classic Cocktail Inspired by Pancakes

This twist on the old-fashioned is the perfect drink for fall.