I like to add about 1/4 cup of some fresh fruit juice. There are 3 main components to a shrub: fruit, sugar & vinegar which make for the classic sweet and sour taste. Welcome to my little corner of the net! Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 5 seconds. And another. Into a cocktail shaker, add 1 inch chunk of pineapple and 1 round of jalapeno. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Add the jalapeno and set aside 15 minutes to infuse the syrup. My sister recently made a raspberry shrub on her blog, while my other sister made a strawberry rhubarb a while ago. But we kept them in and just strained everything out at the end. Instead, I am going to kick back and soak up some much needed relaxation at home on the porch. That might not sound all that appetizing but they are really tasty. Use 2 tablespoons per drink with seltzer water or add vodka too for cocktail. Instead, I would either ‘juice’ a little of the pineapple, or add some water to simmer. Muddle gentle to release the flavors, about 20 seconds. Ingredients. <33333, Pingback: Bottled Tailgate Cocktails: Blue Habanero Margarita + Black Coffee Russian » Feast + West, Your email address will not be published. It was the perfect dressing for a summer salad: sweet, tangy and with a bit of heat. IT WAS FABULOUS! I’m back to a “normal” routine again after my trip to Charleston last week. Great with seltzer or vodka for a refreshing summer drink. Have you ever heard of a shrub drink? While cooking mash the mixture with a potato masher or a fork to release more juice from the fruit. Alas, the woes of a self-employed gal kick in and I did not have the luxury to spend a day in bed sleeping and continuing my marathon of Supernatural (Sam and Dean though… I just can’t). This pineapple jalapeño shrub cocktail has the sweetness of pineapple, the tang of vinegar and the heat of jalapeños. Add rum and pineapple juice. Subscribe to receive new posts via email. I’ve been sooooo into the spicy cocktails lately. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. This flavor pairing was simply meant to be: the Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita!This spin on the classic margarita is sweet tart and tropical with a spicy kick. Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes. Trust me on this one. Today I used pineapple, jalapeño, honey and vinegar to make this tasty pineapple jalapeño shrub. However the basic recipe is still 1 part fruit to 1 part sugar to 1 vinegar. Garnish with jalapeño slices and pineapple. Bottled Tailgate Cocktails: Blue Habanero Margarita + Black Coffee Russian » Feast + West, Garnish: jalapeño slices, pineapple chunks. Subscribe to receive new posts via email: Your email address will not be published. I first heard of them a few years ago at a health and natural food expo. Today I made a pineapple jalapeño shrub that was out of this world. There are 3 main components to a shrub: fruit, sugar & vinegar which make for the classic sweet and sour taste. It took me getting back into the kitchen for me to feel normal again this week. Pour the vodka into a glass jar and add the sliced jalapeño. Pineapple jalapeño is a damn good drink combo and it’s the one that will distract you all summer long. This pineapple jalapeño shrub cocktail has the sweetness of pineapple, the heat of jalapeños and the tang of vinegar. It’s a great recipe for using those ripe but not so pretty looking pieces of fruit too. I never made a shrub before. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 5 seconds. Linda, I agree with the no heating of the vinegar. Next, into the shaker, add a handful of ice. The other cool thing about them is that you can drink them with seltzer water for a refreshing drink or add vodka for a cocktail! Really this cocktail works in any glass so don’t stress about it 😉. Before you know if you are a couple of cocktails in and wondering if the gym is REALLY worth it tonight…. My answer right now is that sitting on the porch heavily outweighs running to the gym tonight. However if you are interested in the other methods  and a bit of the history, check out this article from TheKitchn.com. Remove the jalapeno and discard; set the syrup aside to cool completely. I would NEVER heat the apple cider vinegar – it destroys ANY of the health benefits from it. And then chop it or leave them in? Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita with Black Lava Salt – Truly Bitter, Salty, Sour and Sweet! Shrubs are easy and fun! The title of this drink sounds so perfectly festive, you don’t even need a sip it to understand the magic. This sweet and spicy cocktail packs the heat, especially if you happen to grab a particularly hot jalapeño, but it’s not so spicy that it’s off-putting. I added a bit of olive oil to the syrup and made a salad dressing. When smashed together, pineapple jalapeno is all the flavor you could ever want. Fill the glasses with ice and top with the lime juice, tequila, Triple Sec, 2 oz. Then you have kept the integrity of the vinegar and all the wonderful health benefits! Give it a try and stop back and let me know what combination of fruit, vinegar and sugar you used. In this case I used some red grapefruit juice to brighten up the syrup and give the sugar some extra liquid to fully dissolve the sugars. …and that is why I HAVE to exercise first thing in the morning, or I just don’t do it! I haven’t cared for the flavor I get from shrubs where I have heated it, didn’t think about killing the health benefits but that does make sense. First you will need a shaker (like this Boston shake) and you will also need a muddler to bring out the flavor of the pineapple and jalapeño for the drink. Add rum and pineapple juice. By the way, I only used a 1/2 cup honey in this recipe because honey is sweeter than sugar. There’s nothing better than fruity pineapple combined with the heat of the mighty jalapeño. In the bottom of a shaker, muddle together jalapeño slices and lime juice. Seal the top with a cover or lid and let sit overnight to infuse; When ready to assemble the cocktail, combine one shot of the jalapeño infused vodka with 2 tablespoons pineapple juice and 6 ounces sparkling water flavor of choice (lime or pineapple works best) Instead, you feel the slow burn tickle your tongue and once the sensation fades away, you have to have another sip. Required fields are marked *. And let me tell you about another thing I tried the other day. Your email address will not be published. on the Foodie Pro Theme. Combine 1/2 cup each granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 4 minutes. Strain into two rocks glasses filled with ice. Your email address will not be published. When I was in Charleston last week, I had this cocktail that was spicy and pure perfection. If you’re looking for bold flavors and recipes that will gather everyone around the table for any occasion, you’ve come to the right place. This pineapple jalapeño shrub cocktail has the sweetness of pineapple, the heat of jalapeños and the tang of vinegar. Can also mix syrup with olive oil for a fruity salad dressing. Hi Tara, I just sliced them and kept the seeds in….it will make it hotter. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Once the fruit becomes more of a pulp and the juices thicken, take off the stove and strain into a bottle or jar. Learn how your comment data is processed. Shrubs were used in the colonial times for their high vitamin C content and were sometimes called drinking vinegars. The basic recipe is 1 part fruit to 1 part sugar to 1 part vinegar. These are gorgeous, Meghan. Please note this post contains affiliate links. If you don’t want it to be too spicy you can clean out the ribs and seeds. Then I strained it into a bottle and it was ready to go. For mine, I added fresh pineapple, a chopped jalapeño, honey and apple cider vinegar to a pan and simmered for about 20 minutes. Summer is the perfect time to make a shrub with all the tasty fruit available. Great with seltzer or vodka for a refreshing summer drink. Of course, there’s no way in hell I was going to get there without a cocktail or two (you do know me, don’t you?). The cool thing about shrubs is that you can make a variety of different flavors by changing one of the three components. Sometimes you just need to physically DO something to make you feel like a normal human again. Hopefully tomorrow I will be back in the saddle of being super productive! 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