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🌿✨🍇🍓 Embracing the Charm of Fruited Shrubs 🍏🍊🍇

Indulge in the enchanting flavors of these fruited elixirs crafted with love and a touch of magic.

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Beth Gehring
Aug 08, 2023
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Fruited Shrubs at The Ferry Market Building

It’s time to enjoy the delightful reemergence of shrubs, fruit-infused vinegars and sweetened syrups that create a symphony of flavors for refreshing drinks and culinary creations.

Fruited Shrubs, also known as “ drinking vinegar”, have long captured my heart, evoking a sense of rustic charm and simplicity that resonates with me deeply. Lately, there has been a delightful resurgence in their popularity, reminding me of the joy I experienced during a recent stroll through the Ferry Market Building in San Francisco.

It was there that I chanced upon a couple of vendors, their tables loaded with bottles of homemade shrub syrup. The flavors were simply enchanting, a harmonious blend of fruits, herbs, sugar, and a touch of tangy acidity. Sipping on these elixirs, mixed with sparkling water, transported me to a serene summer day, where time absolutely slowed to a standstill.

Shrubs, in the realm of mixed drinks, hold a fascinating history. They encom…

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