From a basement in Vesterbro has grown a new take on the Danish bitter tradition, more elegant than the rugged classic, yet still holding on to its warmth.
Expert's description
Michael Bitter is a Danish bitter at 33% ABV, bottled at 50 cl by Bad Company Spirits.
Behind the brand stands Jens Lund, who started the company Bad Company in a basement in Vesterbro, Copenhagen. Michael Bitter is made from organic Danish ingredients and pays tribute to the Danish bitter tradition with a nuanced range of ingredients, including angelica root, orris root, tomato flakes, linden blossom and lemon verbena. The result is a bitter that tastes more elegant than the classic, powerful styles while still delivering the expected warmth. The bitter also works excellently in the classic drink Brandbil, which Bad Company Spirits has given a fresh new twist under the name La Babu, ideally with a touch of lime for acidity.
Tasting notes
Nose
Floral linden blossom with a hint of citrus from the verbena.
Taste
Elegant and rounded, with root vegetables, a light tomato sweetness and a gentle warmth.
Finish
Soft and light, without the sharp bitterness of the classic styles.
Specifications
Name: Michael Bitter Danish Bitter
Distillery: Bad Company Spirits
Country/Region: Copenhagen, Denmark
Type: Danish Bitter
ABV: 33%
Size: 50 cl
Serving suggestion: In the drink La Babu, a fresh take on Brandbil, ideally with a touch of lime
Flavour profile
Linden blossom · Citrus · Root vegetables · Mild warmth
Did you know?
Michael Bitter is made from organic Danish ingredients and is used by Bad Company Spirits as the base for La Babu, their fresh take on the classic drink Brandbil.
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