DIY Aromatic Bitters

  • Prep 5 min
  • Total 5 min
  • Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1 medium orange
  • 1 bottle (750ml) grain alcohol (or vodka)
  • 40 drops gentian extract
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 cinnamon stick (approx. 3 inches)
  • 1 piece fresh ginger, cut in half (approx. 1 1/2 inch)
  • 4 whole allspice berries
  • 4 whole cloves

Steps

  • 1
    Remove the orange zest in strips with a vegetable peeler. Disgard the white pith.
  • 2
    Combine the zest and all remaining ingredients into a quart jar with a tight fitting lid. Close and store at room temperature. Let steep for 2 weeks (if you are using vodka, let steep for 3-4 weeks). Shake the jar every other day.
  • 3
    Using a coffee filter placed in your strainer, strain alcohol from the spices and store in a tight fitting lid in a dark place.

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