Strawberry Shrub

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

 

The second you whip out a jar of this strawberry shrub to add to sparkling water or a mixed drink people will be immediately intrigued.

You will begin by explaining what a shrub is because someone will be curious and want to know more.

A shrub? What’s a shrub?

 

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

A shrub is a sweetened vinegar-based syrup used for cocktails & mocktails. It’s sweet and tangy and makes an excellent mixer.

Chances are they want to try it. (If they don’t, they’re not your people).

Do they want to try it alone?

Do they want to try it with sparkling water?

Do they want to mix it in a cocktail or stir it into some kombucha?

Offer these choices only if you have them.

Make a friend.

Share a shrub.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Tell them how easy it is! Or don’t… it tastes so good, people will think you’re a kitchen whiz.

Make sure to take all the credit.

 

Gather the ingredients. 3 total!

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

 

Puree!  Then add vinegar.  Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours. We’re letting the flavors develop.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Strain.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

No solids.

This shrub is a little thicker and more syrupy than most shrubs. It tastes so good I wanted to drink it on its own. The tang of the vinegar makes me so happy.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Cook. Add sugar. Find a heart in the process.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Hello, goodness. Let’s work with you.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Pour some into cups.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Add bubbly water. I used a lemon flavored one!

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

 

Garnish because we’re fancy.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

If you’re laying off alcohol or you’re pregnant or know someone who is, this is a REAL TREAT.

If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, mix this Strawberry Shrub with sparkling water! Recipe on Shutterbean.com

Add a scoop of ice cream while you’re at it!  Live a little!

 

Strawberry Shrub

makes about 2 cups

recipe slightly adapted from Real Simple

  • 1 1/2 lb. strawberries (about 3 pts), trimmed and hulled
  • 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup sugar, or to taste

Puree strawberries in blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in vinegar. Chill, covered for about 12 hours.

Pour mixture in a fine mesh strainer, and let drain, gently stirring frequently and pressing without forcing too much pulp through strainer.  Discard pulp.

Transfer juice to a 2 quart heavy nonreactive saucepan and stir in one cup sugar, then cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar is fully dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes. Cool syrup 30 minutes. Shrub lasts in refrigerator for up to two weeks.

 

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