Taking Chinese Bitters and GCG

Ok, so I got my Chinese Bitters and GCG yesterday and took them for the first time today, well, they taste pretty disgusting and the aftertaste of the Chinese Bitters just lingers in my mouth even after brushing my teeth, so I'm wondering if I can mix them in a little apple juice or even water when I take them? Will they still work as good or no?
Thanks,

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