Boonekamp Bitters

An aperitif bitter that originated in Holland. Underberg bitters were once marketed as "Underberg Boonekamp Bitters" so should be a good example of this style of bitters.

Boonekamp Bitters Recipe:

Bitter Orange Peel: 2½ oz

Cascarilla: 2 oz

Gentian: 2 oz

Rhubarb: 1¼ oz

Turmeric: 1¼ oz

Sugar: 12 oz

Alcohol (40%): 120 oz

Instructions

Mix the first five ingredients, reduce to a powder, extract either by percolation of maceration with the dilute alcohol. Filter the liquid, discard the solids and dissolve the sugar without heat.

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