Shellfish Free Classic Berry Shrub
Tart, fruity, and just a little funky in the best possible way, this berry shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup that belongs in every home fridge. Mixed berries are crushed with sugar and left to macerate for 48 hours, drawing out a gorgeous, jewel-toned syrup before apple cider vinegar is stirred in to create that signature bright, tangy depth. The result is a concentrated syrup you splash over ice and top with sparkling water whenever you need something refreshing that isn't another plain seltzer. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from shellfish and ocean-derived additives — no label-scanning required, just clean, simple pantry staples. The two-day wait is genuinely worth it; the flavor is richer and more complex than anything you'd find bottled at a specialty store. Keep a jar in the fridge and you've got a sophisticated, crowd-pleasing drink ready to go for up to four weeks.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries), hulled and halved if large
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- sparkling water, for serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries and sugar in a medium bowl. Use a muddler or the back of a fork to crush the berries thoroughly, releasing their juice and working the sugar into the fruit until a wet, jammy mixture forms.
- 2
Stir in the kosher salt, then cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to a glass jar. Refrigerate for at least 48 hours, stirring or shaking once or twice, until the sugar has fully dissolved and the mixture has released a deep, syrupy liquid.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!