The concept of Unicum Orange Bitter was born decades ago when the Zwack family was producing Unicum in Italy. They discovered a local tradition of serving Unicum on ice with an orange slice, a practice that proved to be immensely popular. This was the original inspiration for what was to become Unicum Orange Bitter. In case of Unicum Orange bitter, distillate of orange and orange extract have been added before being aged in oak casks. It is best savoured over ice, garnished with a slice of orange.
How Unicum Orange Bitter is Made:
Unicum Orange Bitter is based on the classic Unicum, but before it is placed in barrels for aging, the base Unicum is enriched with orange extract and distillate.
The creation of the orange extract and distillate is a highly complex and specialized process. The extract and distillate are made from the peel of the orange, where the oils and essential oils, which contain the fresh and vibrant notes, are concentrated. This gives the final product its intense aroma.
The Unicum Orange Bitter is made using a secret technology developed by Zwack. This ensures that the complexity of the premium ingredients is preserved in the final drink.
Role of the Orange/Orange Peel:
The selection of the orange peel is done by the company’s herb and spice expert. Part of the orange peel comes from the Sanguinello variety, which is a type of blood orange, known in its homeland, Sicily, as “Etna Blood.” This variety contributes distinctive flavors and characteristics that enhance the overall complexity of the Unicum Orange Bitter.
