High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Pineapple-Coconut Shrub Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and refreshingly tropical, this shrub mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're somewhere warm even on a Tuesday afternoon. A shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup — a centuries-old technique that delivers serious depth of flavor without relying on any processed sweeteners. Here, honey stands in as the natural sweetener, and every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, so you never have to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in the bottle. The concentrate comes together on the stovetop with fresh pineapple, ginger, and apple cider vinegar, then mellows in the fridge overnight until the sharp edges soften into something genuinely craveable. Topped off with coconut water instead of soda, it stays light and hydrating while still feeling like a proper craft beverage. Make a batch of the concentrate ahead of time and you'll have a week's worth of impressive, fuss-free drinks ready to go whenever the mood strikes.
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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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