The Evolution of Bitters in Cocktails

Exploring the historical significance of bitters in cocktails, from defining the term 'cocktail' to the rise in popularity of bitters over the past decade. The chapter discusses how bitters added complexity and balanced flavors in early cocktail recipes, leading to the emergence of high-end cocktail bars in Germany. It delves into the challenges faced by home bartenders in selecting bitters from an oversaturated market and the process of scaling up recipes for commercial production.