It seems bitters, the nasty-tasting medicinal liquid that punctuated mixed drinks until the late 1880's, is enjoying a comeback in today's upscale cocktails.
Charles Perry of The Los Angeles Times wrote an article on the subject for the January 25, 2006 issue of the newspaper.
Three bitters varieties Mr. Perry likes are Angostura, Peychaud and Orange.
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