Recipes
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Cocktails (Alcoholic)
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Swicy Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 2–3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
- ½ tsp simple syrup (or 1 sugar cube)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add bourbon, Swicy Bitters, and simple syrup to a glass.
2. Stir (or muddle if using a sugar cube).
3. Add ice and stir again to chill.
Substitution Options
- No simple syrup? Use ½ tsp honey, agave, or maple syrup.
- No sugar cube? Add a tiny pinch of regular sugar and stir longer.
- No muddler? Use the back of a spoon.
- No fancy ice? Use whatever ice you have; add more cubes to chill faster.
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Swicy Manhattan
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2–3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add bourbon/rye, sweet vermouth, and Swicy Bitters to a mixing glass or any large cup.
2. Add ice and stir for 15–20 seconds to chill.
3. Strain into a small glass (or just pour carefully, leaving the ice behind).
Substitution Options
- No sweet vermouth? Use 1 oz red wine with ½ tsp simple syrup, or even a splash of grape juice + a bit of syrup.
- No mixing glass? Stir everything directly in your drinking glass, then add fresh ice or drink as-is.
- No strainer? Use a spoon to hold back the ice while pouring.
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Swicy Cuba Libre
Ingredients
- 2 oz white rum (or any rum you have)
- 4-6 oz Coca-Cola
- 2–3 dashes Swicy bitters
- ½ lime (for juice)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add rum, Swicy Bitters, and a squeeze of lime juice to a glass.
2. Add ice, then top with Coca-Cola.
3. Give it one quick stir to mix.
Substitution Options
No fresh lime? Use bottled lime juice or even a splash of lemon juice.
No white rum? Dark or spiced rum works too; even vodka in a pinch.
No cola? Use Pepsi or any cola-style soda or a mix of soda water + a splash of simple syrup.
Mocktails (Non-Alcoholic)
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NA Swicy Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz strong black tea (cooled) or 2 oz dark brewed chai for extra depth
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
- ½ tsp simple syrup (or 1 sugar cube)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add tea, Swicy Bitters, and simple syrup to a glass.
2. Stir (or muddle if using a sugar cube).
3. Add ice and stir again to chill.
Substitution Options
- Need more depth? Swap black tea with apple juice + ½ tsp apple cider vinegar for a whiskey-like tang.
- No simple syrup? Use ½ tsp honey, agave, or maple syrup.
- No sugar cube? Add a tiny pinch of regular sugar and stir longer.
- No muddler? Use the back of a spoon.
- No fancy ice? Use whatever ice you have; add more cubes to chill faster.
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NA Swicy Manhattan
Ingredients
- 2 oz strong black tea (cooled) or 2 oz pomegranate juice for richness
- 1 oz red grape juice with a tiny splash (⅛ tsp) balsamic vinegar or strong tea for complexity
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add tea/juice base, grape juice mixture, and Swicy Bitters to a mixing glass or any large cup.
2. Add ice and stir for 15–20 seconds to chill.
3. Strain into a small glass (or just pour carefully, leaving the ice behind).
Substitution Options
- Need more depth? Replace grape juice with unsweetened cranberry juice for a drier Manhattan feel.
- No mixing glass? Stir everything directly in your drinking glass, then add fresh ice or drink as-is.
- No strainer? Use a spoon to hold back the ice while pouring.
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NA Swicy Cuba Libre
Ingredients
- 2 oz ginger ale or ginger beer (for rum-like spice)
- 4-6 oz Coca-Cola
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
- ½ lime (for juice)
- Ice
Prep
1. Add ginger ale/ginger beer, Swicy Bitters, and a squeeze of lime juice to a glass.
2. Add ice, then top with Coca-Cola.
3. Give it one quick stir to mix.
Substitution Options
Need more depth? Instead of ginger ale, use 1 tsp brown sugar/jaggery/maple syrup + 2 oz water for a deeper “rum-like” flavor.
No fresh lime? Use bottled lime juice or even a splash of lemon juice.
No cola? Use Pepsi or any cola-style soda or a mix of soda water + a splash of simple syrup.
Sweet Treats
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Swicy Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 2 over ripe bananas
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mash bananas. Mix in sugar, egg, and Swicy Bitters.
3. Stir in flour and baking soda.
4. Bake in a greased pan for 45 - 50 minutes.
Substitution Options
- No oven: Cook covered in a skillet/flat pan on very low heat for 25 - 30 minutes
- No egg: Add 2 tbsp oil or melted butter.
- No loaf pan: Use muffin tins (20 - 25 minutes) or a skillet.
- No white sugar: Use brown sugar, jaggery, or coconut sugar.
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Swicy Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter or oil
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 dashes Swicy Bitters (about 0.25 ml)
Prep
1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix butter, sugar, egg, and Swicy Bitters.
3. Stir in flour.
4. Scoop and bake 10-12 minutes.
Substitution Options
- No oven: Cook spoonfuls in a lightly greased skillet, covered, on low heat (5-6 minutes per side).
- No butter: Use neutral oil like canola oil.
- No baking sheet: Press dough into a skillet, cook covered, then slice into bars.
- Less sweet: Reduce sugar by 2 tbsp.
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Swicy Cocoa Brownies
Ingredients
- ½ cup oil or melted butter
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
3. Pour into greased pan.
4. Bake 20-25 minutes.
Substitution Options
- No oven: Cook in a covered skillet on very low heat for 20–25 minutes, or steam 25-30 minutes.
- Too thick: Add 2 tbsp milk or water.
- No cocoa powder: Use ½ cup melted chocolate.
- No eggs: Add ¼ cup milk or water for a fudgy, spoonable brownie.
Savory Cooking
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Swicy Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Halve Brussels sprouts and toss with oil, salt, and Swicy Bitters.
3. Roast cut-side down for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
Substitution Options
- No oven: Pan-sear cut-side down in a skillet, cover, cook 12-15 minutes.
- No Brussels sprouts: Use cabbage wedges or green beans.
- Want more kick: Add black pepper or chili flakes.
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Swicy Blasted Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt
- 2 dashes Swicy Bitters (about 0.25 ml)
Prep
1. Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss broccoli with oil, salt, and Swicy Bitters.
3. Roast 15-20 minutes until charred at edges.
Substitution Options
- No oven: Stir-fry in a hot skillet 6–8 minutes.
- No broccoli: Use cauliflower, asparagus, or carrots.
- Extra depth: Finish with a squeeze of lemon (optional).
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Swicy Tomato Basil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup water or broth
- Salt
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Add everything to a pot.
2. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
3. Blend or mash slightly if desired.
Substitution Options
- No blender: Leave chunky or mash with a spoon.
- Garnish with basil: Or use dried Italian seasoning or pepper.
- Creamy version: Add a splash of milk or coconut milk.
Pantry Boosters
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Swicy Balsamic Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- ¼ cup oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Add everything to a mason jar.
2. Shake until fully combined.
Substitution Options
- No balsamic: Use red wine vinegar + a pinch of sugar.
- No jar: Whisk in a bowl or stir with a fork.
- Sweeter?: Add ½ tsp honey or maple syrup.
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Swicy Paprika Butter
Ingredients
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 dashes Swicy Bitters (about 0.25 ml)
Prep
1. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
2. Spoon onto parchment or plastic wrap.
3. Roll tightly into a log and chill until firm.
Substitution Options
- No parchment: Shape into a disk and store in a container.
- No butter: Use plant-based butter or ghee.
- Extra savory: Add garlic powder or cracked pepper.
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Swicy Honey Drizzle
Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- 2-3 dashes Swicy Bitters (0.25 - 0.5 ml)
Prep
1. Stir until smooth.
Substitution Options
- No honey: Use maple syrup or agave.
- Too thick: Warm slightly to loosen.
- Savory-sweet: Add a pinch of salt.