Bitters have been used for centuries as aperitifs or digestifs (think Cynar or Campari) and classic bitters such as Angostura are often dashed into our cocktails. Because our bodies co-evolved with wild bitter foods, the bitter flavor is also very important to our health. In this interactive workshop, learn from clinical herbalist Kelly Owensby of West of the Moon about the history of bitters and the fascinating health impact of bitter herbs in our body. Participants will experiment with 29 different herbal flavor profiles, learn the impact of different herbs and take home a custom crafted herbal bitters tincture to spritz into bubbly water as a summer survival strategy.
Fee: $44; 20% discount for Duke Gardens members with discount code.
Parking: Parking is included. Directions and meeting place will be included in the program reminder email sent the week before the program.
Location: Onsite at Duke Gardens.
Accessibility: This will be a small group program that takes place seated indoors in a location that requires traveling on paved paths with some uneven surfaces and moderate inclines to reach.
Please note: Construction for the transformative Garden Gateway Project is in progress. The Doris Duke Center and main visitor parking lots are closed for the duration of construction.