Beef Free Classic Peach Shrub
Ripe summer peaches, a little sugar, and a splash of apple cider vinegar come together in this tangy, fruit-forward drinking vinegar that's as refreshing as it is versatile. The process is mostly hands-off — a couple of days in the fridge does the heavy lifting, slowly coaxing all that peachy sweetness into a syrupy, complex concentrate. A touch of fresh ginger adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little more interesting without overpowering the fruit. There's no cooking involved, which means the bright, fresh flavor of the peaches stays front and center from start to finish. Stir it into sparkling water for an instant craft soda, or use it as a cocktail mixer when you want something a little more grown-up. It keeps well in the fridge, so you can make a batch and enjoy it all week long — over ice, with a squeeze of citrus, or however the mood strikes.
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16 servings
- 1 ½ lbs ripe peaches (about 4 medium), pitted and diced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced peaches and sugar in a large glass jar or non-reactive bowl. Use a muddler or fork to crush the peaches lightly, releasing their juice and coating them thoroughly with the sugar.
- 2
Stir in the kosher salt and the grated ginger, if using. Cover the jar or bowl tightly with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours, stirring once halfway through, until the sugar has fully dissolved and the peaches have released a generous amount of syrupy liquid.
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