Nightshade Free Classic Peach Shrub
Shrubs — those old-fashioned drinking vinegars — are having a serious comeback, and this peachy version is one of the most refreshing ways to enjoy them. Ripe, juicy peaches are macerated in sugar until they release a gorgeous syrupy liquid, then married with apple cider vinegar for a tangy-sweet concentrate that tastes like summer in a bottle. Every ingredient here is naturally free of nightshades, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, wholesome pantry staples doing beautiful work. The optional fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little more complex without complicating the process at all. Once strained, the shrub keeps in the fridge and is endlessly versatile — stir it into sparkling water for a sophisticated mocktail, or use it as a cocktail mixer when the occasion calls for something special. It's the kind of homemade staple that makes you feel like you've unlocked a secret, and once you try it, plain sparkling water just won't cut it anymore.
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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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