Lemon Lime Bitters Recipe (2024)

Lemon Lime Bitters Recipe

Lemon Lime and Bitters! This was my go-to drink while Sexy Nerd and I were visiting my family in Australia.

Interestingly, we were told this drink is often served to children because the alcohol content is fairly low.

I really can't imagine that going over well in the US!

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Why isn't Lemon Lime & Bitters popular here? It's so good!

While we're at it, the same question goes for Vegemite, Freddo Frog, and Violet Crumble bars.

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Me with my mum's cousin - we're like twins!

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Me with my SN - we're not like twins! (Thank goodness.)

While I may not be able to recreate my beloved Vegemite (though I've seen a few disastrously messy blog posts where people have tried), making Lemon Lime & Bitters is easy peasy, lemon (lime and bitters) squeezy.

See what I did there? Yeah, I'm pretty impressed with myself.

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Lemon Lime & Bitters
Recipe for 1 drink (8oz)

Add the following ingredients to a glass, stir, and enjoy:

  • Ice
  • 6-8 drops of Angostura Aromatic Bitters
  • 15 mL Sweetened Lime Juice (not really the same thing as simply squeezing fresh lime juice into your drink, but that would work if it's all you have)
  • Sprite or 7-Up to the top of the glass (Approximately 7.5 ounces.)

I've made this with Ginger Ale. It's good, but not as good. I've also used Diet Sprite and there's no comparison to the real thing. It's only 7.5 ounces of soda - well worth the calorie splurge!

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One for you and one for me.

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Cheers, mate!

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With only 3 ingredients, you probably already have everything you need to make Lemon Lime & Bitters. Share this recipe, then go craft one of these fizzy co*cktails for yourself.

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Lemon Lime Bitters Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in bitters? ›

What are Bitters Made of? Bitters are a neutral alcohol infused with spices, herbs, fruits, roots, and other ingredients. Common ingredients include cinchona bark, gentian root, cascarilla, orange peel, and others. Most bitters are 35 to 45% ABV (alcohol by volume), so they have a relatively high alcohol content.

What alcohol goes with lemon lime and bitters? ›

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A bitters is traditionally an alcoholic preparation flavored with botanical matter for a bitter or bittersweet flavor. Originally, numerous longstanding brands of bitters were developed as patent medicines, but now are sold as digestifs, sometimes with herbal properties, and as co*cktail flavorings.
Wikipedia

How many standard drinks is a Lemon Lime bitters? ›

TASTING NOTES
ManufacturerBundaberg Distilling Company
Alcohol Percentage4.0%
Standard Drinks1.2 approx.
Liquor StylePremix
Volume375ML x 4

Why is lemon lime and bitters considered non-alcoholic? ›

If ordering this drink at a bar, it's important to note that it's most often made with Angostura bitters, which contain 44.7% alcohol by volume. Nevertheless, LLB is considered non-alcoholic in the same way that bitters and soda is, as only a few dashes of bitters are used.

Why are bitters not illegal? ›

A: All co*cktail bitters contain alcohol--quite a lot by volume--but they are considered a "non-potable" product, which is why their sale is not restricted, just like anyone can buy flavored extracts (like vanilla), which also contain alcohol but aren't meant for direct consumption.

What are the four types of bitters? ›

In 1870, Siegert's three sons migrated to Trinidad and established the bitters as an essential ingredient in co*cktails and food. With four bitters variations: Aromatic Bitters, Orange Bitters, Cocoa Bitters, and Amaro Di Angostura, Angostura is a staple for bartenders and professional and home cooks.

Why is it called lemon, lime bitters? ›

Lemon, lime and bitters (LLB) is a mixed drink made with clear lemonade, lime cordial, and bitters. The drink may have been invented in Australia as late as the 1980s with the addition of lime to lemonade and bitters, an existing home remedy drink.

Can you drive after having lemon lime and bitters? ›

Can you drive after lemon lime and bitters? Bitters contain about 50% alcohol, but as you should only have a dash of a few cc in a drink and not a tumblerful or unless you have about 10 drinks there should be no problem driving.

What alcohol is best for bitters? ›

No matter what kind of recipe you're concocting, all bitters should be created with high-proof liquor. This means liquor that is 50% alcohol by volume (ABV) or 100 proof. Vodka or grain alcohols, like Everclear, tend to work the best.

Can you buy lemon, lime bitters? ›

Schweppes Lemon Lime Bitters 330mL | Liquorland.

How much sugar is in lemon, lime and bitters? ›

Nutrition per Serving
Energy542 kj (130cal)6%
Saturated0.0g0%
Cholesterol0g-
Carbohydrate Total34.2g11%
Sugars26.3g29%
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Who invented lemon, lime bitters? ›

The exact origin of lemon, lime and bitters is unknown, however it is claimed to have been invented and popularized within Australia sometime around 1880. Consequently, LLB is commonly consumed in Australia and New Zealand where it became customary for golf players to have a drink of LLB after a match of golf.

Would a shot of bitters get you drunk? ›

Can bitters get you drunk? Bitters can absolutely get you drunk. A few dashes won't even get you buzzed, but as many an enterprising alcoholic can tell you, a standard bottle of bitters is the same as nearly 3 shots of whiskey.

Can pregnant drink Lemon Lime bitters? ›

The information “contains quinine” is stated on every tonic or bitter lemon beverage. But only few consumers will know why.

Can sober people have bitters? ›

Bitters and soda is a drink for people who don't drink, but it's also a great option for people who do drink. With its subtle bitterness, riffability, and ease of assembly, it reminds me of a boozy co*cktail, without making me miss one. My motto going into 2023 is simple: treat yourself.

What are old fashioned bitters made of? ›

While their ingredient ratios vary, bitters are made of water, alcoholic spirits, and botanicals. High-proof alcoholic spirits are ideal for making bitters. Carminative herbs, which aid digestion, are the most traditional botanicals. However, many modern bitters makers choose their botanicals for flavor alone.

Is it healthy to drink bitters? ›

Bitters can help you make more saliva, which could help with digestion. Release gastric juice. Your stomach contains different chemicals like pepsin and stomach acid that help you break down food. Bitters can make your stomach release more gastric juice.

Why are bitters good for the liver? ›

Bitters give the liver a boost by aiding in the elimination of toxins and detoxification, coordinating the metabolism of sugar and fats, and helping release gallbladder-supporting hormones like cholecystokinin (CCK).

What alcohol is in bitters? ›

Alcohol Content of Bitters

They are generally bottled at 35–45% alcohol. Since most bitters are used by dashes or in drops, the amount of alcohol is minuscular, making the ABV difficult to trace.

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