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This refreshing lemon lime bitters is the perfect way to add some citrus zing to your next gathering.
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This delicious, tangy lemon lime bitters drink is a perfect citrus cocktail to serve on a hot summer day. The classic cocktail is light and refreshing, making it the perfect beverage to beat the summer heat.
Lemon Lime Bitters Ingredients
You’ll need:
- ½ cup of ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon of Rose’s brand sweetened lime juice
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon (roughly 8 to 10 dashes) of Angostura aromatic bitters
- ⅔ cup of fresh lemonade
- 2 slices of fresh lemon, ⅛ inch thick, garnish
- 2 slices of fresh lime, ⅛ inch thick, garnish
Substitutions And Additions
LIME JUICE: If you can not find Rose’s Sweetened Lime Juice (found where you buy grenadine in the liquor store), you can substitute it with the juice of ½ fresh lime and one teaspoon of simple syrup.
BITTERS: Traditionally, this lemon, lime, and bitters drink is made with Angostura bitters. There are, however, other brands of bitters on the market. You can use whatever brand you prefer.
You will need to note that different brands may be slightly different colors, so your drink color will vary according to your brand.
How To Make This Lemon Lime Bitters Recipe
It only takes two quick steps to make this citrusy drink. All you need to do is combine all of the ingredients in a highball glass, garnish, and serve!
STEP ONE: Add the ice, sweetened lime juice, aromatic bitters, and fresh lemonade to a highball glass.
PRO TIP:
This drink is traditionally served in a tall highball, or Collin’s, glass. You can use a shorter glass, but it needs to hold at least a 10-ounce liquid capacity.
How To Serve
This refreshing, slightly tart, and subtly bitter drink is perfect for any occasion! Here’s how to serve it like a pro:
🍹 Classic Over Ice – Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Add lime or lemon wheel on the rim, a twist of citrus peel, or even garnish with a few fresh mint leaves.
🌡 Chill Everything – For the best experience, use chilled soda and a pre-chilled glass to keep it extra refreshing.
🍸 Want a cocktail version? Add a splash of gin, vodka, or bourbon for an adult twist.
🍽 This drink goes beautifully with salty snacks like nuts, pretzels, or light appetizers like cucumber bites, stuffed mushrooms, deviled eggs, or a variety of olives.
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Storage Note
This refreshing drink should be served immediately and will not keep at all in the fridge or freezer.
This lemon lime bitters is a delicious and refreshing summer drink that’s perfect for any gathering, especially on a hot summer’s day. With its sweet and tart flavor, it can be paired with all sorts of food to create the perfect balance.
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Lemon-Lime Bitters
This refreshing lemon lime bitters is the perfect way to add some citrus zing to your next gathering.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 1
Ingredients
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon Rose’s brand sweetened lime juice
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon Angostura aromatic bitters (roughly 8 to 10 dashes)
- ⅔ cup fresh lemonade
- 2 slices fresh lemon, ⅛ inch thick (garnish)
- 2 slices fresh lime, ⅛ inch thick (garnish)
Instructions
- Add the ice, sweetened lime juice, aromatic bitters, and fresh lemonade to a highball glass.
- Add the garnish of fresh lemon and fresh lime slices and gently stir to combine. You can use a straw or cocktail spoon to stir.
Notes
- If you are going to use the fresh lemon and lime slices as a garnish, then I suggest using a small lemon and small lime. The slices fit better in a tall highball glass. You can also place the citrus slices in the glass with the ice before adding the drink ingredients so that they don’t just float on the top.
- You will want to give your citrus a gentle rinse in cool water to remove any coating on the skin that is often used to keep the citrus fruit looking pretty. I will buy organic if possible to avoid the films/coatings that are used, especially if I am using the rind and not just juicing my citrus.
- This drink is traditionally served in a tall highball, or Collin’s, glass. You can use a shorter glass, but it needs to hold at least a 10-ounce liquid capacity.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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