Bitters have been around a very, very long time. It is said that ancient Egyptians infused wine with medicinal herbs. Many cultures consider bitters an essential part of health. Made of aromatic botanicals such as herbs, spices, flowers, roots, barks, fruits, nuts, and beans (like cacao and coffee), and infused in spirits such as vodka, brandy, rum, and whiskey.
The modern diet mostly excludes bitters. But with growing awareness, we are realizing it is an essential part of the 5 tastes: salty, sweet, sour, umami, and bitter. Bitter is important medicine!
In order for bitters to really work, you have to taste them. You need to experience the zingy tang on your tongue. It may be a bit shocking at first as the bitter flavor can take some getting used to until your taste buds adjust. Soon you may find you crave that bitter tingle on your tongue.
Health Benefits When Regularly Using Bitters
- stimulates the production of digestive enzymes in your gut, leading to better absorption of nutrients.
- alleviates stress! Happy Gut=Happier Brain=Less Stress.
- encourages the natural detoxification of the liver.
- strengthens digestive health.
- curbs sugar cravings.
- calms upset belly and nausea.
- helps the body absorb more nutrients from food.
- antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
- AND more interesting and creative cocktails!
How To Use Bitters:
- for the best health benefit, take a few drops (up to a dropper full) on your tongue prior to eating for increased digestion.
- taken after a meal they can help with gas and bloating.
- add to sparkling or plain water.
- use in cocktails and mocktails.
Our Bitters:
- Cry Me a Liver – Liver Tonic supports the health of the liver by helping regenerate healthy liver cells and boosting the organ’s ability to filter toxins from the blood. It also helps support, detox, and repair liver, kidney, pancreas, and gallbladder function.
- The Break Down – These bitters help break down the digestion process leading to stronger immunity towards illness or infection as well as clearer skin and healthier hair.
- Whisky Business – This whiskey based bitter is packed with nutrients. Packed with herbs that help in reducing joint pain and skin itching, while also helping kill bacteria. You may also notice an improvement in liver and gallbladder function.
- Brandy Shop – A flavorful, flowerful brandy concoction. Using two varieties of flowers, fruits and healthy sugars, this bitter can aid in reducing stress and anxiety, inflammation, and also works as skin protectant, amongst other benefits.
- Call Me Old Fashioned – We couldn’t make bitters without making an all in one old fashioned bitter. This mildly smoked bitter combines mostly orange with a touch of cherry flavors. Add a few drops and away you go. Be sure to use our simple syrup combined with the Call Me Old Fashioned bitter for your next cocktail!