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Venetian Red Bitter
Select Bitter Aperitif
Select4.7(12 reviews)
Select Bitter Aperitif is a classic Venetian red bitter, crafted from a secret blend of 30 herbs and spices including rhubarb, juniper, and vanilla. Its vibrant ruby color and balanced bittersweet profile make it perfect for aperitivo hour. Enjoy it on the rocks with soda or as the key ingredient in a Venetian Spritz.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹2,400/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹96
per 30ml
ABV
18%
Region
Italy
Category
Liqueurs
Type
Premium
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Select Bitter Aperitif stands as a benchmark within the Liqueurs landscape. Produced by the legendary Select, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the kolkata market.
With an ABV of 18%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Bittersweet, Herbal, Rhubarb, Juniper, Vanilla.
Flavor Intensity
sweet40%
smokey0%
spicy30%
fruity50%
body60%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Orange slices🧀
Olives🍫
Light appetizers“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is Select Bitter Aperitif?
Select Bitter Aperitif is a classic Venetian red bitter liqueur made from a secret blend of 30 herbs and spices, including rhubarb, juniper, and vanilla. It is traditionally enjoyed as an aperitif.
QHow should I drink Select Bitter Aperitif?
Select is best enjoyed on the rocks with a splash of soda water and an orange slice, or as the base of a Venetian Spritz (Select, Prosecco, soda, and olive).
QWhat is the alcohol content of Select Bitter Aperitif?
Select Bitter Aperitif has an ABV of 18% (36 proof).
QIs Select Bitter Aperitif similar to Campari?
While both are Italian red bitters, Select is less bitter and more herbal with notes of rhubarb and vanilla, making it slightly sweeter and smoother than Campari.
QWhere is Select Bitter Aperitif produced?
Select Bitter Aperitif is produced in Venice, Italy, by the Distillery Casoni, using a recipe that dates back to 1920.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Select Bitter Aperitif. At ₹2,400 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Bittersweet and Herbal pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Aperitivo Bitter by Select. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Bittersweet and Rhubarb. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Select's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Herbal. At the Kolkata price of ₹2,400, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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