How to Make Blueberry-Bourbon Shrub - A Step-by-Step Guide

Blueberry-Bourbon Shrub is a refreshing and tangy beverage that is perfect for the summer months. This drink incorporates the sweetness of fresh blueberries, the acidity of vinegar, and the richness of bourbon for a unique and complex flavor profile. The combination of these ingredients creates a beautifully balanced cocktail that is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

Shrubs have been around for centuries and are a great way to preserve the flavors of fresh fruits. They are...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • ice cubes
  • 1 ½ fluid ounces bourbon
  • 3 fluid ounces ginger beer
  • blueberries
  • lime wedge

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 drink

  • Puree blueberries, sugar, and red wine vinegar in a blender. Add peppercorns. Chill shrub, covered, 4 hours to 2 days. Strain.
  • In a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice, combine 2 fluid ounces blueberry shrub and bourbon. Shake until very cold.
  • Strain into an ice-filled pint glass. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with additional blueberries or a lime wedge.
  • Nutrition

    1099 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 5mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 258g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 227g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 464mg