Mix Cosmetiques: Make Your Own Bitters

From the medicine cabinet to the bar, bitters have a long history of curing ailments and flavoring drinks. Though they may seem mysterious, bitters are simply bitter and aromatic herbs and spices, infused or tinctured in spirits. Combining the various flavors is where the fun part comes in. There are no hard and fast rules about the types of herbs to use in bitters, so you can create bitters blends that fit your palette. This workshop will offer you a large selection of options to make your first bitters blend and perhaps inspire you to start making your own bitters at home!

We will provide a large selection of herbs and bases to choose from, and give you some basic recipes to get you started. The rest comes from your imagination and palette. Come thirsty, and ready to taste a few bitters before creating your own blend.

You’ll go home with your first 2-3 oz batch of bitters (ready in 6 weeks), a list of the best suppliers for ingredients, and a handful of recipes.