Strawberry Thyme Shrub

A shrub is a fruit-based vinegar syrup that is used in drinks and cocktails. Mix this one with lemonade and crushed ice for a refreshing drink or mix with soda and vodka for a delicious cocktail.

Difficulty

Low

Time

20 min

Author

Kenwood

Ingredients

Servings

12

Makes

1 batch

400 , quartered

400

50

10 , whole

400

Utensils

Sterilised bottle sterilised, KCL96.004DG, Blender Attachment

Instructions

Step 1

Working in two batches, add strawberries and sugar into the Blender attachment.

Blend for 30 seconds on speed Max until smooth.

Remove the attachment from the machine.

Transfer the blended strawberries into the appliance bowl .

Step 2

Fit the K-Beater.

Add water and thyme into the appliance bowl.

Heat for 10 minutes at 60ºC, on speed Stir 3, until the liquid has reduced.

Let cool slightly and then remove the thyme.

Add vinegar.

Mix for 2 minutes on speed Min until combined.

Step 3

Strain the mixture through a muslin cloth into a jug and let cool.

Pour into a sterilised bottle.

Chill in the fridge.

Use as desired.

 

Tip: Put the shrub in a sterilised bottle and store in the fridge for up to one month.