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Difford's Margarita Bitters
Our very own Margarita Bitters made by our mate Bob. This elixir is made with lavender and other (top secret) aromatic botanicals. Use 4 drops to lift...
Hunter Newsome
29th September at 22:36
Tasting a dram of these bitters is an almost psychedelic experience.
4th March 2023 at 09:02
As in some countries in Europe it is easier to get a ton of coke imported directly from a Colombian cartel than to buy Bob's bitter, it was a surprise during a business trip to Greece to find Margarita bitter in a shop where I was looking for local spirits.
It was worth the wait. If it doesn't revolutionize the cocktail (maybe that's not the point either), with a side by side test without and with it it usually gives it depth and accentuated the finish on the top of the palate.
It was worth the wait. If it doesn't revolutionize the cocktail (maybe that's not the point either), with a side by side test without and with it it usually gives it depth and accentuated the finish on the top of the palate.
4th November 2022 at 03:04
Is this sold in Australia?
4th November 2022 at 08:16
I've just checked with Bob who says, "Yes, onlybitters.com have the Margarita Bitters in Australia."
10th July 2022 at 00:16
These are great. I have lavender bitters, but they pale to the Margarita Bitters. Totally different. They pull out the flavours of the ingredients and enhance the taste. Well worth the expense and addition to your bar.
2nd October at 15:55
Bob's lavender bitters are great, but I must say these are even better, especially for how balanced and versatile they are.
2nd April 2022 at 19:49
Home made lavender bitter are muvh better
Units in grams
454 100 proof vodka (solvent 1)
130 water (solvent 2)
15 lemon zest (bright citrus balance soapiness)
5 dried lavender (main flavor)
2 fresh sliced ginger (supporting richness)
1.5 gentian root (earthy bitterness)
2 vanilla paste (smooth balance soapiness)
1 horehound (herbal grassy bitterness)
2 individual cloves (hint of spice)
Units in grams
454 100 proof vodka (solvent 1)
130 water (solvent 2)
15 lemon zest (bright citrus balance soapiness)
5 dried lavender (main flavor)
2 fresh sliced ginger (supporting richness)
1.5 gentian root (earthy bitterness)
2 vanilla paste (smooth balance soapiness)
1 horehound (herbal grassy bitterness)
2 individual cloves (hint of spice)
4th March 2023 at 09:23
With a few exceptions (e.g. Luxardo apricot) homemade bitters and liqueurs are two levels above what can be found in the shops. However, not only is the preparation time rather long if you want quality, but they need to be aged for 4-6 years before they are at their best in home-made conditions. This is logistically rather complex to keep in mind in today's world.
29th October 2022 at 01:45
I like the water as solvent
100 proof has water
100 proof has water
16th February 2022 at 21:51
Can these bitters be purchased in Chicago?
22nd April 2023 at 02:57
You might try cocktailier.com from Portland. They carry them. Recently got some and they are really good!
10th July 2022 at 00:18
Aaron, we were able to get both the Bob's (Difford's) Daiquiri and Margarita through Amazon. Both arrived in perfect order. I live in San Diego.
30th October 2021 at 15:17
Any chance to get this in France in the future ?
31st October 2021 at 10:43
In France, you should be able to purchase from La Maison Du Whisky (https://www.whisky.fr/). Just checked and not presently in stock but they should be able to hold of for you.
Anonymous
6th August 2021 at 15:48
Not sure I can identify all these botanicals, but my wife and I agree we’ve just had the best Margarita we’ve ever tasted!
6th August 2021 at 18:31
I only know headline botanicals. Only Bob knows all the secrets. Great to hear you're both delighted with the end result.