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Fresh Rhubarb Strawberry Shrub Recipe Easy Homemade Mocktail Vinegar Drink

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A vibrant, tangy, and refreshing homemade shrub syrup made from fresh rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Perfect for summer mocktails and versatile as a cocktail mixer or refreshing drink base.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh rhubarb stalks, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup ripe strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup filtered water
  • Optional: 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or jar, combine chopped rhubarb, halved strawberries, and granulated sugar. Stir gently to coat the fruit evenly with sugar. Let sit at room temperature for about 1 hour to macerate.
  2. Add apple cider vinegar and filtered water to the fruit mixture. If using fresh ginger, add it now. Stir well to combine.
  3. Cover the jar or bowl with a clean cloth or lid and refrigerate. Let the mixture steep for 3 to 5 days, stirring once daily.
  4. After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl. Press gently on solids to extract liquid but avoid forcing pulp through. Discard solids.
  5. Transfer the strained shrub syrup into clean glass bottles or jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate. The shrub can be stored up to 3 weeks.
  6. To serve, mix 1 to 2 ounces of shrub syrup with sparkling water or your favorite mixer. Add ice and garnish as desired.

Notes

Do not rush the steeping process; stirring daily helps meld flavors. Use ripe but firm fruit for best texture. Adjust sugar and vinegar balance to taste. Use quality apple cider vinegar for mellow flavor. Strain well to avoid pulp and potential fermentation. Store in glass containers with plastic-lined lids or plastic bottles to prevent corrosion.

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Keywords: rhubarb shrub, strawberry shrub, homemade shrub, drinking vinegar, mocktail syrup, summer drink, non-alcoholic beverage, apple cider vinegar drink

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