MSG Free Classic Pineapple Shrub
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this pineapple shrub is a drinking vinegar concentrate that transforms a simple glass of sparkling water into something genuinely special. Fresh pineapple chunks are coaxed with sugar until they release their natural juice, then finished with apple cider vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt — that's the entire ingredient list, which means zero hidden additives or flavor enhancers to worry about. Store-bought sodas and flavored drinks are notorious for sneaking in unwanted extras, so making your own concentrate at home puts you fully in control of what goes into your glass. The 24-hour rest in the fridge is where the magic happens, mellowing the sharp vinegar edge and letting the tropical fruit flavor bloom into something complex and refreshing. Once strained, the finished shrub keeps for up to four weeks, so you can mix up a sparkling drink whenever the mood strikes. Just two tablespoons stirred into cold sparkling water over ice and you have a sophisticated, clean-ingredient mocktail that tastes like it came from a craft cocktail bar.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!