Breastfeeding Friendly Classic Peach Shrub
Ripe summer peaches get a serious glow-up in this tangy, fruit-forward drinking vinegar that's as refreshing as it is versatile. The whole process is hands-off and fridge-based — no cooking required — which means the bright, natural flavor of the peaches stays front and center. Apple cider vinegar is the backbone here, and it brings a gentle acidity that pairs beautifully with the sweet peach syrup without being sharp or overwhelming. A pinch of kosher salt rounds everything out, and the optional fresh ginger adds a subtle warmth that makes each sip feel a little more interesting. When you're navigating what to drink during a season of skipping alcohol, having something this flavorful and sophisticated in the fridge is genuinely exciting. Just stir a couple of tablespoons into sparkling water over ice and you've got a drink that feels special without any effort. It keeps well in the refrigerator, so you can make a batch and come back to 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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