African bitters is a broad description, not one standardized recipe. Across the continent, bitter herbal and botanical preparations differ by country, producer, ingredients, purpose, and whether they contain alcohol.
What do bitters taste like?
Bitters can taste earthy, herbal, spicy, citrusy, dry, or intensely bitter. The flavor often comes from roots, bark, seeds, herbs, citrus peel, or botanical extracts. Some products are concentrated cocktail ingredients; others are bottled beverages or traditional preparations.
Are all African bitters alcoholic?
No. Some bitters products contain alcohol and some do not. Always check the specific label rather than relying on the word bitters alone.
What does African bitters mean for ZZAI Obi?
ZZAI Obi is non-alcoholic. It combines natural bitters, kola extract, and blood orange in a sparkling drink with earthy depth and a bright citrus finish. It contains naturally occurring caffeine from kola.
