Brazil Nut Free Classic Pineapple Shrub
Bright, tangy, and just a little funky in the best possible way, this pineapple shrub is a homemade drinking vinegar that turns a glass of sparkling water into something genuinely special. Fresh pineapple chunks are coaxed with sugar and a splash of apple cider vinegar into a concentrated syrup that balances tropical sweetness with a pleasantly sharp, complex edge. The whole process is beautifully straightforward — no exotic equipment, no hard-to-source ingredients, just four pantry staples and a little patience while the flavors meld in the fridge. Because everything here is made from scratch, you have complete visibility into what goes into your glass, which is a real relief when store-bought mixers and flavored sodas can carry all kinds of unexpected additives. After a 24-hour rest, the shrub concentrate is ready to be stirred into sparkling water over ice for a refreshing, sophisticated drink that feels far fancier than the effort involved. It keeps in the refrigerator for up to four weeks, so you can batch it once and enjoy it all month long.
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8 servings
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into ½-inch chunks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- sparkling water, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pineapple chunks and sugar in a medium saucepan. Stir to coat the fruit, then let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes until the sugar begins to dissolve and the pineapple releases some juice.
- 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture just comes to a gentle simmer, about 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately — do not boil vigorously.
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