Black Pepper Free Classic Peach Shrub
Tangy, fruity, and endlessly refreshing, this peach shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup that belongs in every home bartender's fridge. Ripe summer peaches are slowly macerated in sugar until they release a gorgeous, jewel-toned syrup, then married with apple cider vinegar for that signature bright, complex punch. A pinch of kosher salt rounds everything out, and a little fresh ginger adds a subtle warmth if you're feeling adventurous. The whole process is hands-off — just a couple of days of patient refrigerator time and you're rewarded with something that tastes genuinely special. Because the recipe relies entirely on fresh fruit, sugar, vinegar, and salt, there's no seasoning blend or spice mix hiding anything unwanted, making it a naturally clean choice for anyone avoiding certain spices. Splash it into sparkling water over ice for a sophisticated mocktail, or use it as a cocktail mixer that will absolutely impress your guests. It keeps beautifully in the fridge, so you can sip on it all week long.
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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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