Best 6 Blueberry Bourbon Shrub Recipes

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Blueberry bourbon shrub is a delicious and refreshing cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh blueberries, bourbon, vinegar, and sugar. The blueberries give the shrub a sweet and tart flavor, while the bourbon adds a smoky and complex flavor. The vinegar and sugar help to balance out the flavors and create a drink that is both refreshing and flavorful. Blueberry bourbon shrub can be served on its own or used as a mixer for other cocktails. It is also a great addition to punch and other party drinks.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY BOURBON FIZZ



Blueberry Bourbon Fizz image

Categories     Beverages & Cocktails     Fall & Winter     Holiday     Using Frozen Blueberries

Yield Serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1- 1⁄2 ounces bourbon
1 ounce blueberry shrub
Seltzer or ginger beer
2 cups vinegar
2 cups muddled blueberries
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 inch knob fresh ginger, peeled and sliced thin
1-1⁄2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Cocktail Instructions In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, blueberry shrub and ice. Shake well. Strain into a glass and top off with seltzer. Garnish with blueberries and a thin slice of prosciutto on a cocktail pick if desired.
  • Blueberry Shrub Instructions In a medium size pan over medium-high heat, bring vinegar, muddled blueberries, thyme, ginger and sugar to a simmer; stir until sugar dissolves. Pour mixture into a sterilized container, seal and store in a cool dark place for at least 24 hours and up to a full week. After setting, strain liquid into a new container, seal and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts :

BOURBON-CRANBERRY SHRUB



Bourbon-Cranberry Shrub image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons bourbon
2 tablespoons seltzer

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, sugar, and vinegar in a pot. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; let cool completely. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
  • For each cocktail, fill a rocks glass with ice. Stir in bourbon, seltzer, and 2 tablespoons shrub liquid. Add 1 tablespoon shrub cranberries; serve immediately.

BLUEBERRY BOURBON SMASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Blueberry Bourbon Smash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: light brown sugar, water, blueberry, ice, bourbon, lemon juice, blueberry simple syrup, ginger beer, lemon wedge

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Drinks

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup water
1 pt blueberry, very ripe
ice
2 oz bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
1 oz blueberry simple syrup
ginger beer, to taste
lemon wedge, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely.
  • Add the blueberries to the pot and boil until the berries begin to burst, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with ginger beer.
  • Garnish with lemon wedge.
  • Enjoy!

BLUEBERRY SHRUB



Blueberry Shrub image

Provided by Denise Gee

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Berry     Fruit     Marinate     Fourth of July     Picnic     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Condiment     Vinegar     Blueberry     Summer     Birthday     Family Reunion     Chill     Party     Drink

Yield Serves 12 to 14

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups cider vinegar
2 cups sugar
Garnish:
Skewers of blueberries (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the blueberries in a nonmetallic container. Add the vinegar. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 days.
  • Pour the vinegar-marinated blueberries into a sieve over a bowl; press the berries to release all their juice. Discard the solids.
  • Pour the blueberry liquid into a medium saucepan. Add the sugar and boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and let cool. Pour the sweetened blueberry liquid into a small container and chill.
  • To make each drink, add 1/4 cup blueberry concentrate to a medium cocktail glass filled with ice and add 1 cup cold water. Garnish, if desired.

BLUEBERRY-BOURBON SHRUB



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This drink starts with a simple shrub--a tart, fruity liquid you make ahead and can also sip straight up or with seltzer.

Provided by Juliana Hale

Categories     Whiskey Drinks

Time 4h15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 1098.7 calories, Carbohydrate 257.9 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 5.1 mg, Sugar 226.8 g

BLUEBERRY SHRUB



Blueberry Shrub image

Provided by Matt Lee And Ted Lee

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pints blueberries, rinsed and de-stemmed
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup brandy
Lemon wedges
Mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Combine blueberries and sugar in a saucepan with 1/3 cup water. Cook at a low simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blueberries are very soft. Strain juice through a fine sieve into a pitcher (or using a funnel, into a clean, empty wine bottle). Press gently with the back of a spoon to release all juice from berries. (If desired, pass juice through a cheesecloth to remove seeds.) Add brandy to pitcher or bottle, and refrigerate. Shrub will keep for several weeks.
  • To serve, fill a tall glass with ice. Then fill it halfway with cold water or sparkling water. Top off glass with shrub, and garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon wedge.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 336, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 60 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe blueberries. This will give your shrub the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to your taste. If you like a sweeter shrub, add more sugar. If you prefer a tarter shrub, add less sugar.
  • Experiment with different types of vinegar. White vinegar is a classic choice, but you can also use apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, or balsamic vinegar. Each type of vinegar will give your shrub a different flavor profile.
  • Let the shrub steep for at least 2 weeks. This will allow the flavors to develop and mellow.
  • Use your shrub in a variety of ways. You can add it to cocktails, mocktails, sodas, and even salad dressings.

Conclusion:

Blueberry bourbon shrub is a delicious and versatile drink that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or serving at a party. With its sweet, tart, and slightly boozy flavor, blueberry bourbon shrub is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and unique drink, give blueberry bourbon shrub a try. You won't be disappointed.

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