Herbal Citrus Bitters Digestif

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A homemade botanical bitters infusion combining aromatic herbs and fresh citrus peels for a complex, sharp, and refreshing digestive drink. This recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, brings together dried gentian root, dried orange peel, dried chamomile flowers 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 30 calories and feeds 20, 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: 20 min Serves 20 Cocktails cuisine 30 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 10 g dried gentian root, 15 g dried orange peel, 8 g dried chamomile flowers, 5 g dried wormwood, 10 g juniper berries, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, and 2 whole star anise into a large glass jar.
  2. Step 2: Pour 500 ml vodka over the herbs and spices, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly and shake gently.
  3. Step 3: Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 14 days, shaking it once daily to blend the flavors.
  4. Step 4: After 14 days, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a clean bottle, pressing gently to extract all liquid.
  5. Step 5: Let the bitters rest for 24 hours before using to allow flavors to mellow. Serve in small amounts as a digestive aid or cocktail ingredient.

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