shrubdrinks

• Joined: Jun 28, 2021
• Last Login: Jun 28, 2021, 8:15am EDT

What Is A Shrub Drink? I'm constantly captivated by exactly how cocktails get their names-- and after surfing my fair share of bar menus, there is one term in particular I have actually constantly contemplated: the shrub. What makes a drink a shrub? And just how did this word, which I relate to a well-groomed garden, come to be associated with mixed drinks? "Shrub" is in fact the name of 2 different alcohol-related drinks, and also vinegar plays a rather huge role in this beverage's history. One kind is a fruit liqueur that was specifically prominent in 17th century England, made with rum or brandy, sugar, fruit and citrus juice-- though vinegar was used instead of citrus to preserve berries in the off-season. This liqueur would then be mixed with level or sparkling water to create a cocktail. The other kind of shrub is a sweetened vinegar-based syrup that can be made use of to make a beverage-- this is additionally called "drinking vinegar," and is typically infused with fruit juice, natural herbs as well as spices.