18.21 Bitters Co.
- Rachel Davidson
- Feb 3, 2020
- 2 min read
Updated: Feb 16, 2020
18.21 Bitters
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Bitters, Tinctures, & Infusions
Rachel Davidson | February 3rd, 2020
18.21 has a wonderful website and descriptions of their products -- some great flavors that can really define a signature cocktail! Prices are $9.99 for a 1oz bottle and $18.99 for a 4 oz bottle. They sell bitters, tinctures, kits, gift sets, syrups, mixers, infusions and botanical extracts, offer classes and sometimes have events.
They offer wholesale ordering through a registered portal that you have to get access to by emailing drink@1821bitters.com.
18.21 Bitters
18.21 has a wonderful website and descriptions of their products. Some great flavors that can really define a signature cocktail. Prices are $9.99 for a 1oz bottle and $18.99 for a 4 oz bottle.
Offerings:
Baltimore Bitters: elevated celery bitters: great in Bloody Mary
Barrel Aged Havana & Hide Bitters: cigar leaf and leather notes, sandalwood, clove, Chicory: great for scotch, bourbon and whiskey drinks
Black Currant Cocoa Bitters: like a chocolatey fig newton: great in oatmeal cookies
Chamomile Bitters: honey, citrus peel, and floral aromatic bitters: great in botanical gin infusions and champagne
Coconut Lemongrass: light on the palate, coconut and citrusy lemongrass: get creative with this one, good with tiki drinks or any champagne-based cocktail
Earl Grey Bitters: bergamot and vanilla: great for any cocktails with fresh herbs and light spirits
Ginger Lemon Tincture: spicy ginger and fresh citrus: great in soooo many cocktails, try Moscow mule
Grapefruit Lavender Bitters: elevated citrus bitters with flower notes: also great in a mule
Hibiscus Bitters: magenta in color, adds a tart and fruity addition to a cocktail: great in hibiscus margaritas
Japanese Chili & Lime Bitters: SPICY and smoky: great in mezcal cocktails
Java Bitters: coffee & chocolate, light smoky flavor: great with Kahlua
Prohibition Aromatic Bitters: clove, vanilla, and black currant: delicious in Manhattans
Spicy Creole Bitters: elevated celery bitters: great in bloody marys or with tequila
Tart Cherry & Saffron Bitters: exactly as it sounds, these are wonderful in martinis or champagne-based cocktails
What are bitters & tinctures?
bitters, tinctures, and infusions were high-proof medicinal tonics used as stimulants, and to help the administration of the remedy for ailments. They were oftentimes also used in cocktails when the spirit was of poor quality, to cover up any murkiness or unpleasant flavor that wasn’t filtered or distilled out.
What do they do?
All bitters and tincture additions are not limited to only cocktails. They can be used in desserts adding levels of flavor to sweets that cannot be replicated. Something like a black pepper bitter can be dashed onto a freshly cooked steak and can add a full-bodied pepper flavor that’s not comparable to fresh cracked pepper. Sauces made with bitters create an experience for consumers that is unique and memorable. Try adding a few different kinds of bitters in your bar or even to vanilla ice cream and see what magic happens!
As always, mahalo nui loa for reading!! -Rachel @rachelpaiige
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