Angostura Bitters vs Worcestershire sauce

A side-by-side guide to substituting Worcestershire sauce for Angostura Bitters (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.5 tsp of Worcestershire sauce for every 1 tsp of Angostura Bitters.

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Angostura Bitters

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Worcestershire sauce

Conversion: Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp)

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Notes: Use half the amount as it's less concentrated and less bitter. Adds complexity without the medicinal spice notes.

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When to use Worcestershire sauce instead of Angostura Bitters

Use half the amount as it's less concentrated and less bitter. Adds complexity without the medicinal spice notes. The conversion is use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Worcestershire sauce for Angostura Bitters?

Yes — Use half the amount as it's less concentrated and less bitter. Adds complexity without the medicinal spice notes. Ratio: Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Angostura Bitters to Worcestershire sauce?

Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Angostura Bitters and Worcestershire sauce interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Use half the amount as it's less concentrated and less bitter..

Is Worcestershire sauce a better substitute than other options for Angostura Bitters?

Worcestershire sauce is one of the options SubSwap lists for Angostura Bitters. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Angostura Bitters substitutes.

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