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Strawberry-Balsamic Shrub
Sweet berry, gentle balsamic, and a savory finish for summer hosts.
About 1¼ cups15 minutes, plus 4 hours restingClean, heat-safe jar or bottle
01 · What you need
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, slicedStrawberries, Sliced
- ¾ cup granulated sugarGranulated Sugar
- ⅓ cup white balsamic vinegarWhite Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegarApple Cider Vinegar
02 · Make it
Method
- 01
Toss strawberries and sugar in a nonreactive bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- 02
Strain the strawberry syrup without forcing pulp through.
- 03
Whisk in both vinegars, bottle, and refrigerate.
Happiest note
White balsamic keeps the color clear and the acid soft; dark balsamic changes the whole silhouette.
03 · Use it well
Recommended uses
- Gin, basil, and soda
- Sparkling water with black pepper
- Rosé and zero-proof aperitivo drinks
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