Gluten 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 in it. A shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup — a centuries-old technique that balances sweetness and acidity in a way that feels sophisticated without being fussy. Fresh pineapple, honey, and ginger are gently simmered together before apple cider vinegar is stirred in, creating a concentrate that mellows beautifully after a day in the fridge. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress — just real, whole-food components doing their thing. When you're ready to serve, the shrub concentrate gets topped with coconut water for a lightly tropical finish that's fizz-free but still incredibly lively on the palate. It's a fantastic option for gatherings where you want something special in everyone's glass, whether they're avoiding alcohol, gluten, or just looking for something more interesting than sparkling water. Make the concentrate ahead of time and you've got an impressive, crowd-pleasing drink ready to pour in under a minute.
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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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