Ginger Free Classic Peach Shrub
Ripe summer peaches, a little sugar, and apple cider vinegar come together in this bright, tangy drinking syrup that works beautifully over sparkling water or stirred into a cocktail. The slow maceration process does all the heavy lifting — no cooking required, just time and a good stir. Because the ginger listed in the recipe is explicitly optional and easy to leave out, this shrub is a natural fit for anyone who needs to avoid that particular root without sacrificing any of the core flavor. What you're left with is a deeply peachy, lightly tart concentrate that tastes like summer in a bottle. It keeps well in the fridge, so you can make a batch and enjoy it all week long. Whether you're mixing up a mocktail or building a cocktail base, this is one of those pantry staples that quietly becomes indispensable.
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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)
Can be omittedfresh ginger
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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