Charred Cedar & Cloves Bitters Recipes
With rich, woodsy notes and a hint of spice, Bitter Ex’s “Old Flame” Charred Cedar & Cloves Bitters add cozy complexity to everything from tropical mules to tequila nightcaps. These bitters bring the campfire vibes—no flannel required.
1. The Oaxacan Tavern
- 2oz Blanco Tequila
- 0.5oz Averna Amaro
- 0.25oz Orange Juice
- 0.25oz Lime Juice
- 0.25oz Simple Syrup
- 6-7 Dashes “Old Flame” Charred Cedar & Cloves Bitters
- 2-3 Dashes “I Will Survive” Citrus Bitters
- Shake/strain in rocks glass over fresh ice, serve on the rocks
- Garnish with a lime wheel
2. Maui Mule
The Moscow Mule has cousins, and this one is tropical and lovely. Counter the sweetness with some Bitter Ex aromatic bitters to allow a delicious balance of tart, sweet, spicy, and bitter.
- 1.5oz citrus vodka
- 0.5oz lime juice
- 0.25oz simple syrup
- 1oz pineapple juice
- Shake over ice and strain into Collins glass of fresh ice
- Top with:
- 2oz ginger beer
- 5-6 dashes Bitter Ex “Old Flame” Charred Cedar & Cloves Bitters
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