Black Currant Drinking Vinegar (Printer version)

Tangy-sweet black currant vinegar ideal for beverages and cocktails

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen black currants, rinsed and stemmed

→ Sugar

02 - 1 cup granulated sugar

→ Vinegar

03 - 1 cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar

# Directions:

01 - In a bowl or jar, combine black currants and sugar. Stir well, lightly mashing the berries to release juices.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for 24-48 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the fruit juices are released.
03 - Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids.
04 - Pour the fruit syrup into a clean jar. Add the vinegar and stir to combine.
05 - Seal and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before using, allowing flavors to meld.
06 - Mix 1-2 tablespoons shrub with still or sparkling water, or use as a cocktail mixer. Adjust to taste.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The perfect balance of tart vinegar and sweet fruit juices.
  • Requires only three simple ingredients and minimal active prep time.
  • A sophisticated, alcohol-free alternative for sodas and cocktails.
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Patience is key: allowing the shrub to rest for at least 24 hours melds the flavors and mellows the vinegar's bite.
  • Mashing the currants thoroughly ensures you extract maximum juice and color.
  • Always ensure your vinegar is gluten-free if you are highly sensitive.
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