Blueberry Ginger Shrub

Want the perfect drink for get togethers & parties? A Fruit Shrub is non-alcoholic, all natural, healthy and tastes like a mix between kombucha and a cocktail. I love how refreshing a shrub is and its a great alternative to drinking soda.

I usually make a big bottle of shrub syrup and then it lasts me for months. When people come over I don’t have to worry about buying any other beverages as long as I have sparkling water. The best part is you can use any type of fruit and herbs to create all kinds of flavors.

Directions:

Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. Let sit for a day and then strain out the pulp. I use a nut bag. If you want to skip the straining step you can use fruit juice instead of fresh or frozen fruit that way it wont have any pulp.

I love using strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. Some herbs I have used are basil, rosemary & thyme. Ginger is always my favorite because it give it an extra kick.

Ingredients:

1 cup of wild blueberries, fresh or frozen (regular are okay too)
½ cup of water
½ cup raw apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup of honey
½ tablespoon fresh grated ginger

Photos by Laurel Witt