Tuve Bitter, Torino, Italy (25%, 70cl)

This artisanal bitter begins its journey in copper infusion vats, where sun-drenched oranges and rare alpine herbs steep in hydroalcoholic solution until achieving perfect equilibrium. The master blender's art lies in balancing gentian's earthy depth against citrus vibrancy, creating a liquid that dances between fruit-forward brightness and classic bitter sophistication.

The eye is first drawn to its garnet-red brilliance - a hue that shifts from deep ruby to fiery copper when held to light. At 25% ABV, the spirit carries enough weight to command attention while remaining approachable. The initial nose offers candied orange peel and wildflower honey, with subtle undertones of vanilla pod and aged spice cabinets.

On the palate, the experience unfolds in three acts: first, a luscious sweetness reminiscent of marmalade on warm toast, then a gradual emergence of clove's warmth and nutmeg's complexity. Just as the spices peak, the signature botanical bitterness arrives - not as a shock but as a refined crescendo that marries with the orange's natural zest into lasting harmony.

Behind the bar, its versatility shines. It forms the soul of a perfect Negroni, where its citrus core bridges gin's botanicals and vermouth's herbs. In an Americano, it provides the necessary bitter backbone to balance Campari's intensity. Modern mixologists prize it for adding dimensional bitterness to progressive creations without overpowering delicate ingredients.

Available at our Copenhagen store or for EU-wide delivery.