Fructose Free Classic Pineapple Shrub

Total time24 hr 20 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time5 min

4.8

(10)

Shrubs — those old-fashioned drinking vinegars — are having a serious moment, and this pineapple version is one of the most refreshing ways to enjoy them. Fresh pineapple is gently cooked with granulated sugar until it releases its juice, then balanced with apple cider vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt for a concentrate that's bright, tangy, and just sweet enough. Managing fructose intake often means giving up fruity drinks entirely, but the small serving size of this shrub — just two tablespoons stirred into sparkling water — keeps things in check without sacrificing flavor. The cooking process also helps break down the fruit before it's strained out completely, so you're working with a clarified liquid rather than whole chunks. A 24-hour rest in the fridge lets the flavors mellow and marry beautifully, and the finished concentrate keeps for up to four weeks, meaning you can sip on it all month long. Topped off with sparkling water over ice, it's a sophisticated, alcohol-free drink that feels genuinely special.

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Ingredients

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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