Sesame 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 special. Fresh pineapple chunks are coaxed with sugar and apple cider vinegar into a concentrated syrup that's fruity, acidic, and deeply refreshing. The process is surprisingly simple — a gentle simmer, a long rest in the fridge, and a quick strain — but the result tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a craft cocktail bar. Because it's built from just four clean ingredients, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact that can sneak into store-bought mixers and flavored syrups. A batch keeps in the refrigerator for up to four weeks, so you can splash it into sparkling water whenever the mood strikes. It also works beautifully as a cocktail mixer or a base for mocktails when you want something a little more interesting than juice.
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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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