Entertaining + Gifting: How To Make Bitters

You might remember my post titled “Postcards from an aspiring mixologist…”? It seems my journey in learning about the art of the cocktail generated quite a bit of interest! And then something funny happened… I got pregnant. Well, after a bit of a boozing hiatus, I am gearing up to join the cocktail-ing world again!

 

What are bitters? Bitters are a spirit based botanical-infused liquors used in cocktails as an aperitif or digestif. You can actually concoct different infusions for different digestion purposes.

 

Since bitters making is quite the timely process (about 3 weeks) and with the holidays coming, I thought a little re-visit into making bitters was in order. Not only will they be done in time for a delicious cocktail after my little bundle of joy arrives, but they also make a great gift for friends and family who love a good drink as much as you do…

 

So, rather than head to the bar, enjoy your home this holiday season (hopefully it’s Pulp-designed) and mix up some cocktails in style!  Here’s a peek into the bitters making process, complete with a printable recipe…

 

A view into the first step of making your own bitters… combined aromatic bitters and booze. 

 

Just after step 2 in the process, where you separate the solids from the liquid. My homemade simple syrup and both parts of the bitters are waiting to be introduced to each other. 

 

Completed homemade bitters just waiting to be gifted to my cocktail-loving friends.

 

As you can see, bitters making is quite the process. Though it takes a few weeks to make, it really is a pretty easy process! Don’t let it overwhelm you and just give it a try… Once you’ve done it once, you’ll feel like quite the accomplished mixologist.

 

Download the printable recipe:

HOMEMADE ORANGE BITTERS

 

Great Gift Idea: Pair your homemade bitters with a stylish cocktail shaker or gorgeous decanter and you’ve created a gift that you’ve really put some love into.

 

Cheers and enjoy! xx