If you enjoy making cocktails at home, you’ve probably come across a bottle of cocktail bitters. These small but powerful ingredients add depth, complexity, and balance to drinks ranging from the classic Old Fashioned to a refreshing gin and tonic. But one question often comes up among home bartenders: Do bitters contain alcohol?

If you've ever savored an expertly crafted cocktail, you may have come across the term "bitters." But what exactly are cocktail bitters?