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Ingredients
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Shrub Base
Soda Preparation
Method
Shrub Base Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fruit
Wash and chop the fresh fruit into small pieces. If using berries, you can leave them whole.
- 2
Create the Shrub Base
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped fruit and granulated sugar. Toss them together and let sit for about 30 minutes, allowing the fruit to macerate and release its juices.
- 3
Add Vinegar
After 30 minutes, add the apple cider vinegar to the fruit mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 4
Strain the Mixture
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
- 5
Store the Shrub
Seal the jar or bottle and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to let the flavors meld. The shrub base will keep for about 1 month in the refrigerator.
Soda Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add Club Soda
Pour the club soda or sparkling water over the shrub base and ice. Stir gently to combine.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing shrub soda!