Description
Learn how to make a refreshing Rhubarb Shrub, a tangy-sweet syrup perfect for cocktails or mixed with sparkling water. This easy recipe combines fresh rhubarb, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and optional ginger or vanilla for a flavorful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rhubarb Shrub:
- 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 cup sugar (cane sugar or coconut sugar)
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- Optional: 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Rhubarb Mixture: In a bowl or jar, combine the chopped rhubarb and sugar. Stir to coat the rhubarb well. Cover and refrigerate for 24–48 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Strain the Mixture: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar, pressing gently on the solids to extract liquid.
- Finish the Shrub: Stir in the apple cider vinegar and optional ginger or vanilla. Refrigerate for at least 3 days before using.
- Enjoy: Shake gently before using the Rhubarb Shrub in your favorite drinks.
Notes
- Use white wine vinegar for a smoother flavor.
- Store the shrub in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
