McMenamins Bitters

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Our distillers are alchemists as much as they are distillers. They work with all kinds of unique botanicals and natural flavors for McMenamins spirits, so it only made sense for them to apply that expertise in developing bitters that would complement our ever-evolving list of Northwest-inspired cocktails, as well as the repertoire of home bartenders.

Our bitters are available in four varieties: Cherry, Citrus Hops, Chocolate and Aztec Chocolate. Matching bitters to your favorite McMenamins spirit is as easy as matching the strength of one product to another. Our Cherry Bitters play wonderfully with Hogshead Whiskey (think Manhattans!) while our Citrus Hop Bitters complement the botanicals in our Gables Gin, and Aztec Chocolate Bitters pair perfectly with your favorite tequila. If you have questions about how to use your new bottle of bitters, ask your local bartender; they’re happy to help you create your new favorite elixir.
 
McMenamins Aztec Chocolate Bitters     Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee Stout
  • Locally roasted cacao nibs, herbs and Mexican red peppers create a spicier version of the traditional Chocolate bitters, adding depth and intrigue to sweet or savory sips. 
 




 




McMenamins Citrus Hops Bitters   Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee Stout
  • Grapefruit zest, hops and a small amount of orris root—the fragrant rhizome of the Iris flower—make for a floral, citrusy addition to cocktails or seltzers.


 
 





 
McMenamins Chocolate Bitters     Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee Stout
  • Locally-roasted Ecuadorian cacao nibs impart a rich cocoa butter and pure chocolate flavor that nicely accompany dark spirits and comfort cocktails.



 
 




 
McMenamins Cherry Bitters     Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee Stout
  • Inspired by the cherry trees that surround the granary at Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, red sour cherry, dark sweet cherry and fresh herbs lend themselves to a tart and very aromatic flavor profile.
 







 
 

BITTERS COCKTAILS
 

 

BILLY’S CHERRY SOUR
Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee StoutBilly Wheat Whiskey, fresh-squeezed lemon, McMenamins Cherry Bitters
•Glassware: Bucket
  •In a mixing tin combine:
     1 shot lemon
     ½ shot simple
     4 dashes McMenamins cherry bitters
     1 shot Billy Whiskey
  • Add ice
 • Shake and dump
 • Garnish: lemon flag


AZTEC BOULEVARDIER
Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee StoutHogshead Whiskey, Campari, sweet vermouth, McMenamins Aztec Chocolate Bitters
•Glassware: Cocktail/Coupe
  •In a stirring vessel, combine:
     1 ½ shot Hogshead Whiskey
     1 shot Campari
     1 shot sweet vermouth
     3 dashes McMenamins Aztec Chocolate Bitters
  • Add ice
 • Stir 20-30 seconds
 • Strain into cocktail/coupe glass
 • Garnish: orange peel


GABLES CASCADE RICKEY
Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee StoutGables Gin, fresh-squeezed lime, McMenamins Citrus Hops Bitters, topped with soda
•Glassware: Collins
  •In a mixing tin combine:
     1 shot lime
     ½ shot simple
     4 dashes McMenamins Citrus Hops bitters
    1 shot Gables
  • Add ice
 • Shake and dump
 • Re-ice
 • Top with soda
 • Garnish: half lime wheel
 

HIS DUDENESS
Blackest Heart Barrel Aged Cherry Chocolate Coffee StoutEdgefield Coffee liqueur, Vodka, McMenamins Chocolate Bitters, half & half
•Glassware: Bucket
  •Fill bucket with ice:
     1 shot McMenamins Coffee Liqueur
     ½ shot Fleischman’s Vodka
     3 dashes McMenamins Chocolate Bitters
  • Re-ice
 • Fill w/ half & half
 • Garnish: none