ATTN: Chowhound DIYers/Boozebags RE: Homemade bitters I work at a fairly decent liquor store and, as one of the buyers, am constantly nagging my reps for what should be easily attainable products, in this case anything other than...

I recently made two versions of aromatic bitters, including the Hess House Bitters mentioned by fafner. The recipes and method are pretty long (3 blog postst!) but if you’re interested, take a look at...

Cherry bark, sassafras, and other infusions.

Campari, vodka, vermouth, and grapefruit syrup combine for a tart, citrusy take on bitters that makes for tasty riffs on anything from a Greyhound to a sparkling tail.

I discovered in a discussion about bitters on the Boston board that some of our better local bars make some of their own. Does anyone have recipes for homemade bitters? I’d also love to see recipes for other tail flavorings...

I discovered in a discussion about bitters on the Boston board that some of our better local bars make some of their own. Does anyone have recipes for homemade bitters? I’d also love to see recipes for other tail flavorings...

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From Lucques restaurant.

Orange bitters add a hint of citrus flavor and round out any tail.

Give your tail a backbone with these homemade bitters.

Give your home bar a backbone with homemade bitters.

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