Spanish word

angostura

Pronunciation

IPA/aŋgosˈtuɾa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounAngostura bitters

Example

Añade unas gotas de angostura al cóctel.

Add a few drops of Angostura bitters to the cocktail.

Illustration for angostura (Angostura bitters)

More examples

¿Quieres unas gotas de angostura en tu cóctel?

Do you want a few drops of Angostura bitters in your cocktail?

Core concept

Concentrated aromatic bitter liquid used as a cocktail condiment.

Common phrases

  • unas gotas de angostura

    a few drops of Angostura bitters

  • agregar angostura

    add Angostura bitters

Similar words

tintura: Alcohol-based solution that preserves and delivers medicinal or aromatic plant extracts.
esencia: Highly concentrated liquid that captures and intensifies a plant's aroma or flavor.
condimento: Seasoning used in small quantities to adjust the taste of food or drinks.

Definition in Spanish

Amargo aromático en forma líquida que se añade en gotas como condimento, especialmente en la coctelería.

Word origin

Named for the Venezuelan town Angostura, from Spanish angostura 'narrowness' and Latin angustus, the place name became attached to the bitters first sold there.

Usage tips

  • Angostura is also a major brand, so a capitalized Angostura on a menu or recipe often refers to that brand rather than any bitter.

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