Chicken Free Pineapple-Coconut Shrub Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing, this pineapple-coconut shrub mocktail is the kind of drink that makes people ask what's actually in it. A shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup — a centuries-old technique that balances sweetness with a gentle acidic kick — and this one leans into fresh pineapple, honey, and ginger for a concentrate that's layered and complex without being fussy. The apple cider vinegar mellows beautifully after a 24-hour rest in the fridge, so that sharp edge softens into something almost floral. When it's time to serve, coconut water does the heavy lifting as a mixer, adding a subtle tropical sweetness that plays perfectly off the ginger heat. It's completely plant-based and free from any animal proteins, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your glass. Make a batch of the concentrate ahead of time and you've got a crowd-pleasing mocktail ready to go whenever you need it — just pour over ice, top with coconut water, and finish with a sprig of mint if you're feeling fancy.
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4 servings
For the shrub concentrate
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, roughly chopped
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
For serving
- 2 cups coconut water
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- fresh pineapple wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped pineapple, honey, water, and ginger in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the honey is fully dissolved and the pineapple begins to soften and release its juices, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes. Pour in the apple cider vinegar and stir to combine.
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