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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