The Bitter Truth Bogart's Bitter

The Legendary Bitters Reborn for Modern Cocktails.
Raise a glass to history — Bogart’s Bitters is more than just a bitter; it’s a revival of cocktail heritage. Originally named Boker’s (often mis-spelled “Bogart’s” in old recipes), it was one of the earliest bitters ever cited in cocktail literature. The Bitter Truth has resurrected this iconic flavor, recreating a 19th-century recipe that blends dark spice, coffee, and European herbs into an aromatic, versatile bitters that brings theater and depth to modern cocktails.

Imagine slipping into an elegant speakeasy of a bygone era — warm lamps, polished wood, clinks of amber liquids. That’s the kind of vibe Bogart’s Bitters adds to every drink. Bold yet balanced, dark yet silky, it’s perfect for turning simple cocktails into memorable experiences.

In Ireland today, bartenders and home mixologists reach for Bogart’s when they want a bitters that feels authentic, powerful, and alive with history. It’s equally at home in a smoky Old Fashioned, a deep Manhattan, or in creative takes that push the boundaries.

Why we love it:
Because it connects past and present. Using The Bitter Truth’s careful revival of the original 19th-century style, this bitters gives drinks that dramatic edge — aromatics, depth, and complexity — without overpowering the base spirit.