Chamomile and Gentian Root Infused Bitters Cocktail

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A handcrafted cocktail showcasing botanical bitters made with gentian root and chamomile, delivering a complex bitter and floral flavor profile. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together gentian root, dried chamomile flowers, high proof neutral grain alcohol for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1 tbsp dried gentian root, 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 whole cloves, and 1 strip of orange peel in a clean glass jar. Pour 1 cup high proof neutral grain alcohol over the botanicals, seal tightly, and store in a dark place for 10 days, shaking the jar gently every day.
  2. Step 2: After 10 days, strain the infused alcohol through a fine mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a clean jar. Mix in 1/2 cup water and 1 tbsp simple syrup to balance bitterness. Store in a dark bottle.
  3. Step 3: To make a cocktail, fill a rocks glass with ice cubes and pour 2 oz of the prepared bitters infusion plus 3 oz club soda. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 lemon twist to add bright citrus aroma and serve chilled for a refreshing bitters-forward drink.

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