Bitters already existed 250 years ago, but stomach bitters were the prevailing style and primarily meant for medicinal use. Early bartenders added bitters to their cocktails to improve the taste of these mixed drinks. After prohibition almost all bitters had vanished from the market but were rediscovered at the end of the 20th century with modern interpretations of classic style bitters and new and innovative flavors. The Bitter Truth started producing cocktail bitters in 2006. The Bitter Truth sticks to the "classic method" of producing bitters by macerating roots, seeds, barks, fruits, herbs and plants in an alcohol base. All ingredients are 100 % natural to guarantee the best quality and taste. The Jerry Thomas Own Decanter Bitters include citrus and dried fruit aromas which unite with the spicy flavors of cloves, angostura bark and cinnamon. Theyre the perfect addition to all cocktails based on aged spirits like Whisk(e)y, Rum, Tequila and Brandy.