De Kuyper Oranjebitter
The orange shot of King's Day, from the distillery in Schiedam. Bittersweet and spicy at 30% ABV: ice-cold in a shot glass, with bubbles, or as an orange twist in a cocktail.
A bitter liqueur for the House of Orange
De Kuyper Oranjebitter is a Dutch bitter liqueur developed especially for festive occasions surrounding the House of Orange. Its flavor and color come from curaçao orange peel, complemented by a hint of anise. Together, they add a spicy undertone you won't find in an ordinary orange liqueur.
At 30% ABV, it sits between De Kuyper's liqueurs and genevers. It's less sweet than a triple sec, and its bright orange color makes it a must-have on King's Day. But it's great beyond King's Day too: serve it as a chilled shot straight from the freezer or as a bitter, orange accent in a cocktail.
At a glance
Bitter, orange, and a touch of anise
Orange peel
The aroma of dried orange peel comes through immediately, underpinned by a soft, spicy note of anise.
Bittersweet
First sweet, then bitter: the orange peel adds a dry, slightly bitter layer that keeps the sugar in check.
Spicy and warm
The anise comes through again in a warm finish. At 30% ABV, it lingers a little longer than a liqueur.
Flavor profile of De Kuyper Oranjebitter neat and ice-cold. With bubbles, it becomes fresher and less bitter.
How to pour oranjebitter
Oranjebitter is best served cold. Put the bottle in the freezer for a few hours; at 30% ABV, it won't freeze.
Ice-cold in a liqueur glass
3 cl of oranjebitter straight from the freezer in a small liqueur glass, drunk in one or two sips. This is the traditional way to drink it on King's Day.
Liqueur glasses →Orange bubbles
15 ml oranjebitter in a flute or coupe, topped up with 100 ml cold cava or prosecco. A festive toast with a bitter orange note.
Champagne cocktails →Orange long drink
30 ml oranjebitter with 120 ml orange juice and a splash of sparkling water in a long drink glass filled with ice. Refreshing, orange, and not too strong for a long afternoon.
Long drink glasses →Orange cocktails with oranjebitter
Use oranjebitter for both color and bitterness: a splash is enough to turn a familiar cocktail orange.
Orange cocktails
All the orange cocktails for King's Day and the European Championship on one page.
Champagne Cocktail
A sugar cube, bitters, and champagne. A splash of oranjebitter makes it orange and spicier.
Screwdriver
Vodka and orange juice. A splash of oranjebitter on top adds a bitter edge.
Shots
From classic to layered. Oranjebitter straight from the freezer makes the easiest orange shot.The right glass for oranjebitter
A classic liqueur glass or shot glass for sipping neat, a coupe for bubbles, and a long drink glass for an orange long drink.
More De Kuyper flavors
De Kuyper
Where it all began. Visit the brand page to learn all about De Kuyper: its origins, varieties, and classic cocktails.
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Curaçao Triple Sec
Clear orange liqueur with a hint of cardamom. Sweet citrus for a Margarita, Cosmopolitan, or Sidecar.
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Amaretto
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Bessenjenever
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