What is a Shrub?

27 August
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What is a Shrub?  It’s the winning recipe in our July Members Only “Creative Cocktails” Contest!

To be more specific, a “shrub” is a cocktail that is made with a vinegar syrup, spirits and carbonated water.  They are also often infused with fruit juice, herbs and spices in mixed drink recipes.

Wait until you try this winning recipe for a “Blackberry-Sage Shrub” from CCC member Michaela Rosenthal!

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Michaela’s entry is a genius shortcut version of a shrub.  Instead of making her own sweetened vinegar syrup, she uses blackberry balsamic vinegar.  It gives the cocktail a bit of zing with a hint of sweetness. The use of fresh blackberries, vanilla vodka and fresh sage makes this recipe a sophisticated cocktail that’s perfect for entertaining.

This recipe is great as we transition into the fall months. In fact, I think this Blackberry-Sage Shrub would be a wonderful addition to your Thanksgiving menu!

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How did you come up with your winning recipe?  

A few years ago I discovered “shrubs” a vinegar and fruit cocktail mixer. I make my own shrubs now, but if I do not have the flavor I need, I use a fruit balsamic in its place.

Do you have an award-winning tips or recipe contest advice?

My advice regarding entering cooking contests is to stick to what you are passionate about, don’t just enter everything you see. You will achieve a much higher percentage of wins!

Do you have any plans for the prize?  

My plans for the prize – Investing in more liqueurs and bitters for my home bar!

For more delicious recipes and cocktail fun, be sure to check out Michaela’s Facebook page, “Cocktales and Bling.”

Please follow the link below to view or print the recipe:

Blackberry-Sage Cocktail

Blackberry-Sage Cocktail

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9 Responses to “What is a Shrub?”

  1. Debbie V. August 27, 2015 at 11:41 am #

    Sounds delicious! Blackberry and sage are two of my favorite flavors.

  2. Debbie August 27, 2015 at 11:43 am #

    Everything she makes is magical!!

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    Pat August 27, 2015 at 12:01 pm #

    Congratulations, Michaela, my friend! Sounds like a wonderful combination.

  4. ronnafarley August 27, 2015 at 1:46 pm #

    Fantastic news!!!! Big huge congratulations, Micheala!!!!!

  5. karenharris August 27, 2015 at 5:50 pm #

    Congratulations Michaela! I’ve had a couple of your cocktails, so I am not surprised you mixed up a winner!

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    Merry August 27, 2015 at 9:25 pm #

    Please make me one, Michaela at the WFC. That cocktail looks like a perfect drink for ME! Congratulations!

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    lisakeys August 30, 2015 at 12:38 pm #

    congrats! I will have to try shrub with a pineapple vinegar I have…the photo with those awesome crystal glasses is stunning

  8. suzanne clark August 30, 2015 at 8:52 pm #

    All I can say is WOW! So creative- I am so excited to try it!

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