Jeppson's Malort Liqueur

Jeppson's Malort Liqueur is Chicago in its most stubborn, unforgettable form. This wormwood-based digestif traces its cult reputation to Carl Jeppson, a Swedish immigrant who popularized the bitter spirit in Chicago. It’s now produced by CH Distillery, bringing Malort’s famously polarizing bite back to its hometown roots. No softness here. At 70 proof, it delivers sharp herbal force, dry citrus pith, and a bracing bitterness that refuses to whisper. The flavor is intense, but that’s exactly why bartenders, locals, and adventurous drinkers keep reaching for it. Serve it ice-cold as a Chicago handshake with a beer, or use it sparingly in cocktails that need bitter, feral electricity.