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Blackberry Shrub
Dark berry, bright acid, and just enough structure for a long drink.
About 1¼ cups15 minutes, plus 4 hours restingClean, heat-safe jar or bottle
01 · What you need
Ingredients
- 2 cups blackberriesBlackberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugarGranulated Sugar
- ½ cup red wine vinegarRed Wine Vinegar
02 · Make it
Method
- 01
Toss blackberries and sugar in a nonreactive bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- 02
Strain through a fine sieve, pressing gently to avoid sending too many seeds through.
- 03
Stir in red wine vinegar, bottle, and refrigerate.
Happiest note
Red wine vinegar gives blackberry a darker edge; use cider vinegar instead if you want it brighter.
03 · Use it well
Recommended uses
- Bourbon, gin, or black tea highballs
- Tonic and lemon
- Sparkling water with a rosemary garnish
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