Directions

1. 1
   Add all of the ingredients to a pot and heat to medium-high.
2. 2
   Once the mixture is boiling and sugar is melted, mix well and simmer for 20 minutes and it starts to thicken.
3. 3
   Strain into a bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.
4. 4
   It will last for a week in the refrigerator.
5. 5
   You can substitute different fruits, vinegars, and sugars for those here if you have a favorite combination.
6. 6
   For a refreshing drink: 2 tablespoons of shrub to 1 glass of seltzer or soda water.
7. 7
   For a cocktail: 1-2 tablespoons of shrub + vodka or gin + soda water (this would also make a great margarita with tequila and lime juice).