Turmeric Free Classic Pineapple Shrub
Bright, tangy, and a little addictive, this pineapple shrub is the kind of homemade drinking vinegar that makes plain sparkling water feel like a serious treat. Fresh pineapple is coaxed with sugar until it releases its juices, then balanced with apple cider vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt for a concentrate that's sweet, tart, and deeply fruity all at once. Many store-bought shrubs and flavored mixers sneak in spices or botanical blends that can be hard to vet — this one keeps things clean and completely straightforward with just four simple ingredients. The 24-hour rest in the fridge is where the magic happens, letting the flavors meld into something that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. A couple of tablespoons stirred into sparkling water over ice makes a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink that feels genuinely special. It also keeps for up to four weeks in the refrigerator, so you can batch it once and enjoy it all month long.
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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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