Watermelon Basil Shrub

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 3 cups Watermelon, diced
 1 cup Raw Cane Sugar (can use up to 3 cups)
 3 cups Raw Unpasteurized Apple Cider Vinegar
 ¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped

*Most shrub recipes are a 1:1:1 ratio (fruit, sugar, vinegar). However, I tend to use a little less sugar and it turns out great. You can experiment and see what you like.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1

Combine diced watermelon and raw cane sugar in a large mixing bowl

2

Muddle the watermelon and sugar until well combined.

3

Transfer the muddled mixture to a large airtight glass container

4

Add chopped fresh basil and pour in the raw unpasteurized apple cider vinegar.

5

Seal the container and let the mixture ferment at room temperature for 2-4 days, releasing any gas as needed.

6

Strain the shrub through a cheesecloth, extracting all the syrup.

7

Transfer the watermelon basil shrub syrup to clean jars or bottles for storage.

8

Keep the shrub refrigerated; it should remain delicious for 2-4 months

TO SERVE:

  •  Pour a few ounces of the watermelon basil shrub into a glass.
  •  Mix with sparkling water to your liking, aiming for about 1 part shrub to 4 parts sparkling water.
  •  Add ice, stir gently, and enjoy the juicy and minty combination!

 

Ingredients

 3 cups Watermelon, diced
 1 cup Raw Cane Sugar (can use up to 3 cups)
 3 cups Raw Unpasteurized Apple Cider Vinegar
 ¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped

Directions

INSTRUCTIONS:
1

Combine diced watermelon and raw cane sugar in a large mixing bowl

2

Muddle the watermelon and sugar until well combined.

3

Transfer the muddled mixture to a large airtight glass container

4

Add chopped fresh basil and pour in the raw unpasteurized apple cider vinegar.

5

Seal the container and let the mixture ferment at room temperature for 2-4 days, releasing any gas as needed.

6

Strain the shrub through a cheesecloth, extracting all the syrup.

7

Transfer the watermelon basil shrub syrup to clean jars or bottles for storage.

8

Keep the shrub refrigerated; it should remain delicious for 2-4 months

Notes

Watermelon Basil Shrub