Strawberry Glycine Shrub

This homemade strawberry shrub captures peak-season fruit with punchy acidity and soft sweetness. A versatile mixer that brightens any glass-sparkling or spirit-based.

Why You'll Love Strawberry Glycine Shrub

Sweet, jammy strawberries meet sharp vinegar for a vibrant, ruby-red syrup that makes everything-cocktails, spritzes, and zero-proof drinks taste like summer.

Tips and Tricks

• Add a splash of lemon juice during maceration for deeper color.
• Don't overpress the fruit-keeps syrup clean and clear.
• Shake before using; natural separation is normal.

Variations

• Add fresh basil or mint to the maceration stage.
• Try raspberries for a tart version.
• Add cracked black pepper for spice and depth.

Substitutions

• Sugar → honey for floral complexity
• Vinegar → white wine vinegar for lighter acidity
• Strawberries → cherries, blueberries, or plums

Best served with

• Sparkling water + basil
• Fresh berries & cream
• Gin, white rum, or dry vermouth

How to Store Leftovers

• Store in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator.
• Keeps up to 1 month. Shake before each use.

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This homemade strawberry shrub captures peak-season fruit with punchy acidity and soft sweetness. A versatile mixer that brightens any glass-sparkling or spirit-based.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 4 days d

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: Californian, Seasonal

Calories: 958

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups strawberries hulled and halved
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 scoop glycine optional
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar

Equipment

• Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• Funnel
• Large jar or nonreactive bowl

Method

 

Macerate the Fruit

1. In a nonreactive bowl or jar, combine strawberries and sugar.
2. Stir well to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 24-48 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Once a syrup forms, strain through fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Press gently to extract all liquid.

Strain & Add Vinegar

1. Whisk apple cider vinegar into the syrup until fully combined.

Bottle & Steep

1. Transfer to a clean glass bottle or jar using a funnel.
2. Let sit at room temperature in a cool, dark spot for 48 hours to steep.
3. Move to fridge for long-term storage.

To Plate

1. Pour 1-2 oz over ice with sparkling water.
2. Use in vinaigrettes or pan sauces.
3. Mix into cocktails with gin, rum, or tequila.

Nutrition

Calories: 958kcalCarbohydrates: 235gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 18mgPotassium: 839mgFiber: 9gSugar: 222gVitamin A: 52IUVitamin C: 254mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 2mg

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