Nitrate & Nitrite 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 is coaxed with sugar over gentle heat until the fruit releases its juice, then apple cider vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt bring everything into sharp, craveable balance. The whole thing is made from four clean, whole ingredients — no preservatives, no cured meats, no processed additives — so it's a natural fit for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their glass. Bottled sodas and flavored sparkling waters can be surprisingly tricky territory, often hiding ingredients you didn't ask for, but this one is entirely in your hands from start to finish. After a 24-hour rest in the fridge, the flavors meld into something complex and almost cocktail-like, even without a drop of alcohol. Stir a couple of tablespoons into ice-cold sparkling water and you've got a refreshing, sophisticated drink that tastes like it came from a fancy bar — because in a way, it did.
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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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