Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsNoble Crust of St. PetersburgBasil Haydens Bitters Recipe

Basil Haydens Bitters Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Basil Haydens Bitters Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing glass, pour 750 ml of Basil Hayden's Bourbon.

  2. 2

    Add Bitters

    Add 15 ml of Angostura bitters and 5 ml of orange bitters to the bourbon.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients

    Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds to combine the flavors.

  4. 4

    Strain

    Place a strainer over a chilled rocks glass filled with ice and strain the bourbon and bitters mixture into the glass.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Prepare Garnish

    Take 5 fresh basil leaves and gently slap them between your palms to release their aroma.

  2. 6

    Add Garnish

    Garnish the drink with the fresh basil leaves and a strip of orange peel. Optionally, express the oils from the orange peel over the drink before adding it.

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