Herbal Bitter Bitters Cocktail with Citrus Peel

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An artisanal cocktail blending aromatic herbal bitters with fresh citrus peel to create a complex and slightly bitter drink experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together dry gin, aromatic bitters, fresh lemon peel 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 160 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes and add 2 oz dry gin, 4 dashes aromatic bitters, and 1/2 oz simple syrup. Stir gently for 20 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  2. Step 2: Rinse a large strip of fresh lemon peel over the glass to release fragrant oils, then drop it into the mixing glass and stir again briefly.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Top with 2 oz club soda for a light fizz.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 strip of fresh orange peel twisted over the glass to release citrus oils, then serve immediately.

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