CHERRY-LIME SHRUB

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This festive lime shrub cocktail is perfect for the holidays. The vinegar portion can be made up to one week ahead for ease. -Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium lime
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted and crushed
1 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
SERVING SUGGESTION:
Optional: Ice cubes, sparkling water, fresh cherries, mint and lime slices

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest from lime. Place zest and cherries in a sterilized pint jar. Bring vinegar just to a boil; pour over fruit, leaving ΒΌ-in. headspace. Center lid on jar; screw on band until fingertip tight. Refrigerate for 1 week., Strain vinegar mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into another sterilized pint jar. Press solids to extract juice; discard remaining fruit., Bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until sugar is dissolved. Cool slightly. Stir into vinegar mixture; shake well. Store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. , To serve, drink 1-2 tablespoons or add to a glass of ice, top with sparkling water and garnish with fresh cherries and lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Silviu Stanca
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This is the best cherry lime shrub I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again.


M Mohsin
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This shrub is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Bina Koirala
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I love the fact that this shrub is made with all-natural ingredients. It's so much better for you than store-bought sodas.


Kirabo Iryn
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This shrub is the perfect drink to serve at a summer party. It's so refreshing and everyone loves it.


Ishaq Cheema
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I've never made a shrub before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


catherine wanyoike
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This shrub is a great way to use up leftover cherries. I had a bunch of cherries that were about to go bad, and this was the perfect way to use them.


Kinlee Howard
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I'm not a fan of cherries, but I still loved this shrub. The lime flavor really shines through.


David Wagner
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This shrub is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love it!


Ogunniyi Temitope
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I love how easy this shrub is to make. It's the perfect drink to make for a party.


Rasel Santo
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This is the most refreshing drink I've had all summer. I highly recommend it.


Malik Waqas awan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect drink for summer.


The Coopers (REMIXICON & SUPAVONDA)
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This shrub is a great way to add a pop of flavor to any drink. I love it in cocktails and mocktails.


Rana Fizan
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I'm not usually a fan of shrubs, but this one is amazing! It's so well-balanced and flavorful.


Crystal McCain
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This is the best cherry lime shrub I've ever had! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Dawud Islam
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I love that this shrub is so versatile. I've been using it in cocktails, mocktails, and even in sparkling water. It's a great way to add a pop of flavor to any drink.


Puja Tharu
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This shrub is the perfect way to use up fresh cherries. I have a cherry tree in my backyard and I'm always looking for new ways to use them.


Ifrah Ifrah22
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I love the combination of cherries and limes in this shrub. It's so unique and delicious.


Angel Serena
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This is my new favorite summer drink! It's so easy to make and it's so refreshing.


Jabulani Dlamini
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I made this shrub for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so unique and delicious, and it's the perfect drink for a hot summer day.


Khane Ashik
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This cherry lime shrub is the perfect summer drink! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I love that it's made with fresh cherries and limes, and the shrub syrup is so versatile. I've been using it in cocktails, mocktails, and