Oats Free Classic Pineapple Shrub
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit addictive, this pineapple shrub is the kind of homemade drinking vinegar that turns a plain glass of sparkling water into something genuinely exciting. Fresh pineapple chunks are coaxed with sugar until they release their juice, then finished with apple cider vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt for a concentrate that's sweet, sour, and deeply tropical all at once. The whole process is beautifully straightforward — no special equipment, no complicated techniques, just a saucepan, a jar, and a little patience while the flavors meld in the fridge. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from grains of any kind, so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or cross-contact from processed goods. After 24 hours, you strain it into a clean jar and you've got a concentrate that keeps for up to four weeks, ready to splash into sparkling water whenever the mood strikes. It's the kind of thing that makes you feel like a very sophisticated home bartender, whether you're mixing up a mocktail for yourself or impressing guests at brunch.
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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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