Herbal Bitters-Infused Citrus Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

A refreshing cocktail blending bitter botanical extracts with bright citrus flavors for a sophisticated, palate-cleansing drink. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together orange juice, lemon juice, and bitters (aromatic herbal) 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 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.

Ingredients

• 90 ml orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 30 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 4 dashes bitters (aromatic herbal)
• 60 ml gin
• 15 ml simple syrup
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 strip orange peel, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with 1 cup ice cubes to chill the mixture.
2. Step 2: Pour in 60 ml gin, 90 ml freshly squeezed orange juice, 30 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 15 ml simple syrup.
3. Step 3: Add 4 dashes of aromatic herbal bitters to the shaker and cover tightly.
4. Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
5. Step 5: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 1 strip of orange peel twisted over the drink to release oils, then drop it in.