Guide

Cocktails Made With Angostura Bitters — Ranked by Recipe Quality

Angostura Bitters appears in 78 cocktails in WhatDrink data. Top picks: Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Brooklyn.

Angostura Bitters adds a specific quality to cocktails — whether as a base spirit, a modifier, or an accent. The drinks here use it as a meaningful component, not just a trace addition, and are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database.

12Recipes reviewed

12Matching this guide

5.0gMedian sugar

208 kcalMedian calories

29.1%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	Manhattan	Contains the specified ingredient · 223 kcal	Any occasion
2	Old Fashioned	Contains the specified ingredient · 133 kcal	Any occasion
3	Brooklyn	Contains the specified ingredient · 212 kcal	Any occasion
4	Corn n Oil	Contains the specified ingredient · 175 kcal	Any occasion
5	Duchamp's Punch	Contains the specified ingredient · 236 kcal	Any occasion
6	Long vodka	Contains the specified ingredient · 256 kcal	Any occasion
7	Martinez 2	Contains the specified ingredient · 192 kcal	Any occasion
8	Mojito Extra	Contains the specified ingredient · 298 kcal	Any occasion
9	Pegu Club	Contains the specified ingredient · 181 kcal	Any occasion
10	Snowday	Contains the specified ingredient · 203 kcal	Any occasion
11	Zombie	Contains the specified ingredient	Any occasion
12	Figgy Thyme	Contains the specified ingredient	Any occasion

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Mojito Extra

0.8g estimated sugar

~298 kcal · 0.8g sugar

Lowest calories

Old Fashioned

~133 kcal estimated

~133 kcal · 4.3g sugar

Simplest recipe

Martinez 2

4 ingredients

~192 kcal · 5.7g sugar

Methodology

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Frequently asked questions

What is Angostura Bitters?: Angostura Bitters is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
What does Angostura Bitters taste like?: The flavor of Angostura Bitters depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
What cocktails use Angostura Bitters?: This page lists 12 cocktails that include Angostura Bitters as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
How much Angostura Bitters do cocktails typically use?: Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
Can I substitute Angostura Bitters with something else?: It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
How many cocktails with Angostura Bitters are on this page?: There are 12 cocktails featuring Angostura Bitters in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Can I make these cocktails at home?: Most cocktails using Angostura Bitters require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.

Data confidence

This guide uses WhatDrink recipe data and normalized tags. Nutrition, ABV, standard drinks, ingredients, brands, bartender pours, garnish, and serving size can vary.