Shrubs (aka “drinking vinegar”) are an ingredient to create fresh and zingy cocktails. They are made with vinegar and are very acidic, so you don’t want to mix them with citrus or other acidic ingredients. They can really brighten up a cocktail.
Typical shrubs are made with equal parts: vinegar, fruit and sugar. Check out these flavor suggestions:
- Apple shrubs: mix with mezcal, tequila, vodka, and whiskey.
- Try an apple-fennel shrub with a shot of bourbon and a splash of ginger beer.
- Use a cranberry-fig shrub with aged rum, ruby port, and ginger ale.
- Make a daiquiri using a blueberry shrub made with apple cider vinegar and agave nectar.
Shake your mixes or use soda water to further enhance the flavors.
Experiment and have some fun!