Reducing the Bitterness of Cocktails

1. Incorporating bitters into cocktails is a great way to add a wide range of unique aromas
2. However, too much “bitter” flavor represents a hurdle to the general population and especially super-tasters
3. Reducing bitterness is possible without loosing the positive properties of the botanicals
4. Aromatic bitters are the easiest way to introduce bitterness
5. Cocktail creation with amaro type bitters can be a challenge
6. There some methods, common in vermouth production, that can attenuate the bitterness and create an enjoyable drink
7. The easiest way to reduce bitterness is to add salt
8. This is why many processed foods are high in sodium
9. Increasing viscosity is effective, as is adding sugar

Methods of Reducing Bitterness