Easy Black Walnut Bitters Recipe
Making your own black walnut bitters is easier than you think! Whether you are looking for a homemade cocktail addition or are interested in the medicinal benefits of digestive bitters, you've come to the right place!
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Infusion Time: 14 days d
Total Time: 14 days d 10 minutes mins
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Egyptian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 3kcal
Cost: $2
Alcohol Method
- 1 cup high-proof bourbon or cane alcohol
Vinegar Method
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
Glycerite Method
- ⅔ cup vegetable glycerin
- ⅓ cup distilled or spring water
In a clean jar, place the walnut hulls, cinnamon, cloves, cacao nibs and peppercorns.
Cover with the menstruum of choice (alcohol, vinegar, or glycerin/water).
Place a lid on tightly and place the jar in a place away from direct sunlight to infuse for at least 2 weeks (up to 3 months).
Strain the bitters and funnel into a dropper bottle(s).
Keep in the refrigerator or a cool, dry place for up to one year.
Enjoy!
Serving: 1full dropper | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.02g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 0.3IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.03mg