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Lemon Lime and Bitters Cocktail Drink

Lemon Lime and Bitters Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Enjoy a burst of freshness with this straightforward Lemon Lime and Bitters recipe. It's a blend of lemonade, lime cordial, and aromatic bitters that makes for an ideal spring sipper.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 175

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Lime Cordial
  • 6 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 3 oz Lemon squash or sparkling lemonade - to top-up
  • Lime wedge - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Highball Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice.
  • Add Lime Cordial: Pour 1 oz Lime Cordial over the ice.
  • Top with Lemonade: Fill the glass with approximatelly 3 oz Lemon squash or sparkling lemonade.
  • Add Bitters: Add 6 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters to the mix.
  • Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
  • Garnish: Place a lime wedge into the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Lime Juice: If you're out of lime cordial. You can make your own by mixing fresh lime juice and sugar. You can also try it with lemon juice, it will give a different flavor profile but still works well.
  • Angostura Bitters: Many types of bitters are available, each with unique flavor profiles. Orange bitters could be a good alternative if you want to experiment.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Bitters Substitute: Bitters contain alcohol, but the amount used in this drink is minimal. If you want to make it completely non-alcoholic, you can use a non-alcoholic bitter or omit it altogether.

Making it Vegan:

This recipe is already vegan-friendly as it doesn't contain any animal products. However, check your lime cordial to make sure it is made with sugar that is not processed using bone char or any other animal products.