Fantastic Coffee Bitters
I’ve read how Angostura and other bitters are in short supply. Should bitters be an indispensable part of your bar stock, it’s quite easy to make your own. The process is simple: put spices and herbs in neutral spirit. Let marinate until done. Strain.
The coffee bitters I’m providing a recipe for are pretty good–especially in an old-fashioned. They bring a lot of flavor to the table.
Coffee Bitters:
In 2 cups of neutral spirit (vodka or grain alcohol), marinate (in a clean jelly jar with a tight-fitting lid) 1 1/2 tablespoons whole coffee beans and 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns. Let sit 8 days. Add 1 cinnamon stick and 2 whole allspice berries. Let sit another 2 weeks. Strain, and store in same glass jar with tight-fitting lid.