- Prep fruit: Zest oranges, then juice them (about 1 cup juice).
- Combine with sugar: Mix zest, juice, and sugar in a jar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Add vinegar: Pour in vinegar and stir well.
- Infuse: Cover and refrigerate for 24–48 hours to let flavors meld.
- Strain: Remove zest and herbs if used. Store shrub in a sealed bottle in the fridge (keeps 1–2 months).
🌿 Flavor Notes
- Sweet & citrusy from Cara Cara oranges.
- Tangy & refreshing from vinegar.
- Complex & aromatic if herbs are added.
🍹 Serving Suggestions
- Mix 2–3 tbsp shrub with sparkling water for a refreshing soda.
- Add to gin, vodka, or bourbon cocktails for a citrus‑vinegar twist.
- Drizzle over fruit salad or yogurt as a tangy syrup.
✨ This Cara Cara orange shrub is versatile — equally at home in cocktails, mocktails, or as a gourmet pantry staple.
