Gentian Bittering Tincture

A non-alcoholic bittering tincture of gentian root — a few drops add the bitter backbone that anchors a Zero Proof spritz.

Ingredients

• Dried Gentian Root2 tablespoons
• Vegetable Glycerin4 ounces
• Water2 ounces

Directions

Steep 2 tbsp dried gentian root in 4 oz warm vegetable glycerin and 2 oz water for several days, shaking daily. Strain into a dropper bottle.

Notes

Steeped in hot glycerin or food-grade vegetable glycerin rather than high-proof spirit, to keep it truly zero-proof. Bitter is the one flavor that's easy to do well without alcohol.