The final note that defines the pour.
Crafted to shape structure, elevate aroma, and define the final expression of a properly built Old Fashioned.
Bitters are not an ingredient, they are the architecture of the drink.
Each expression in the Bourbon & Brushes Bitters Collection is designed to interact with bourbon, smoke, and sweetness, bringing balance, depth, and a defined finish to every pour.
The Foundation - No. 01
Classic Aromatic Bitters
A classic, structure-driven aromatic bitters built on warm spice, subtle citrus peel, and layered botanicals. This is the backbone of a proper Old Fashioned—designed to integrate seamlessly with bourbon while enhancing its natural depth without overpowering it.
Tasting Notes:
Warm baking spice • Light citrus oil • Gentle bitterness • Dry finish
Best With:
Traditional bourbons, high-rye profiles
Smoke Pairing: Oak, Cherry
Citrus Lift - No. 02
Orange Bitters
A clean, citrus-forward bitters that lifts the entire profile of a cocktail. Built on fresh orange peel with a refined bitterness that cuts through richness and brings clarity to heavier bourbon builds.
Tasting Notes:
Fresh orange zest • Light pith bitterness • Crisp, clean finish
Best With:
Wheated bourbons, sweeter builds
Featured in "The Swamp Bite"
Smoke Pairing: Apple, Maple
Velvet Ember - No. 03
Cherry Vanilla Bitters - The Velvet Finish
A deep, rounded bitters that introduces soft sweetness and richness without becoming heavy. Dark cherry and natural vanilla create a smooth, almost dessert-like mid-palate that enhances body and finish.
Tasting Notes:
Dark cherry • Soft vanilla • Subtle spice • Rounded finish
Best With:
Full-bodied bourbons, finished or barrel-select expressions - Featured in the "High Roller" recipe
Smoke Pairing: Pecan, Oak
Barrel Shadow - No. 04
Black Walnut Bitters - The Depth Builder
A bold, earthy bitters that adds weight, structure, and a slightly tannic edge. Designed for cocktails that need grounding—bringing a dry, nut-driven complexity that lingers.
Tasting Notes:
Toasted walnut • Dry earthiness • Bitter cocoa edge • Long finish
Best With:
High-proof bourbons, barrel strength
Smoke Pairing: Hickory, Oak
Midnight Cacao - No. 05
Chocolate Bitters - Elegant, dark, indulgent
A rich, bittersweet expression that leans into cacao, roasted depth, and subtle spice. Adds a luxurious layer to bourbon cocktails without tipping into sweetness.
Tasting Notes:
Dark cocoa • Light roast • Bittersweet finish • Subtle warmth
Best With:
Dessert-style Old Fashioneds, finished bourbons
Smoke Pairing: Maple, Cherry
Roasted Resolve - No. 06
Coffee Bitters - Strong, bold, structured
A bold, aromatic bitters built on roasted coffee notes with a slightly bitter backbone. Designed to add intensity, structure, and a lingering finish.
Tasting Notes:
Roasted coffee • Dark bitterness • Dry finish • Slight smoke undertone
Best With:
High-rye bourbons, bold flavor profiles
Smoke Pairing: Oak, Mesquite
Controlled Burn - No. 07
Habanero Bitters - Not chaos… intentional heat.
A precise, restrained heat-forward bitters that builds slowly across the palate. Designed to enhance—not dominate—bringing warmth and energy to the finish.
Tasting Notes:
Subtle heat • Bright pepper • Clean finish • Lingering warmth
Best With:
Sweeter bourbon builds, fruit-forward syrups
Smoke Pairing: Apple, Pecan
Iron Spur No. 9
Texas Spice Bitters
A bold, unapologetic bitters built for structure, spice, and presence. Inspired by Texas flavor profiles, this expression brings together warm spice, subtle heat, and a grounded bitterness designed to stand up to big bourbon.
Tasting Notes:
Warm spice • Light pepper • Earthy undertone • Long, structured finish
Best With:
High-proof, high-rye bourbons
Smoke Pairing: Mesquite, Oak