Bitters Recipe
Thanks to ChatGPT for the recipe
Started 7/21/25
Starting ingredients
| Ingredient | Weight | Kitchen Approx | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-proof bourbon | 240 ml | 1 cup | 125 proof Benchmark barrel strength |
| Roasted apple | ~25 g | ~½ loosely packed cup chopped | Fully cooled, skin on. |
| Fresh apple | ~20 g | ~¼ cup small dice | Adds bright, fresh apple top notes. |
| Dried hibiscus petals | ~3 g | ~1 Tbsp loosely packed | Floral/tart color boost. |
| Dandelion root, chopped/dried | ~2 g | ~1 heaping tsp | Earthy, moderate bitterness. |
| Cinnamon stick | 1 piece (2–3″ / ~4–5 g) | Crack into 2–3 pieces | Warm spice. |
| Dried orange peel | ~2 g | ~2 tsp (or ~4–5 thin strips) | Adds citrus brightness. |
Note: I sprinkled cinnamon on the apples when roasting, which may have been a bit much.
Water decoction 7/27/25
Amount of alcohol after straining out solids: 150 ML (2/3 cup)
Amount of decoction (water) left after simmering: 80 ML (1/3 cup)
