MSG Free Pineapple-Coconut Shrub Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing, this pineapple-coconut shrub mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you forget you're not sipping something from a beachside bar. A shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup — a centuries-old technique that layers sweet, sour, and fruity notes in a way that feels surprisingly sophisticated. Fresh pineapple, honey, and ginger are gently simmered together before apple cider vinegar is stirred in, and the whole concentrate rests in the fridge for at least 24 hours so the flavors can mellow and meld into something truly special. Every single ingredient here is clean and whole, which means no hidden flavor enhancers or additives to worry about — just real fruit, raw honey, and a splash of coconut water to bring it all together. The coconut water adds a subtle natural sweetness and a light tropical backbone that pairs beautifully with the pineapple's brightness and the gentle heat of fresh ginger. It's a great make-ahead option since the shrub concentrate keeps in the fridge and is ready to pour whenever you need it. Dress it up with a mint sprig and a pineapple wedge and it looks every bit as good as it tastes.
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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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