Paraben 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 fancy cocktail bar. A shrub is a drinking vinegar syrup — a centuries-old technique that uses apple cider vinegar to preserve fruit and build incredible depth of flavor — and this one leans into fresh pineapple, honey, and ginger for a concentrate that's equal parts sweet, tart, and lightly spicy. The 24-hour rest in the fridge is where the magic happens, letting the vinegar mellow and all those flavors knit together into something surprisingly complex. Topped with coconut water instead of soda, it stays light and hydrating without any artificial sweeteners or mystery additives. For anyone navigating preservative sensitivities, this recipe is a genuine win — every ingredient is whole and recognizable, with nothing processed or shelf-stabilized hiding in the mix. It's also a great make-ahead option since the concentrate keeps in the fridge and is ready to pour whenever you need it. Garnish with fresh mint and a pineapple wedge and it looks 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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