A tart and sweet raspberry shrub adds complexity and zing to this easy and elegant cocktail.
Course:
Cocktail
Servings: 2 cocktails
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Raspberry Shrub Cocktail
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2
oz
raspberry shrub
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1
oz
orange flavored liqueur
Cointreau
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4
oz
vodka
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4
oz
club soda
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*lime rounds for garnish
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**special equipment: cocktail shaker
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Raspberry Shrub
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1
cup
fresh raspberries
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3/4
cup
turbinado sugar
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1/3
cup
red wine vinegar
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2/3
cup
white wine vinegar
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Raspberry Shrub: Combine the raspberries and the sugar in a small bowl. Mash well, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
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Add the vinegar and stir well. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl, pressing on the solids. Discard the solids.
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Pour the shrub into a sealable container and store in the refrigerator.
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To make the cocktails: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the shrub, orange liqueur and vodka. Shake well and strain into a stemmed flute or martini glass. Top with club soda and garnish with a lime wheel.
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*For a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, add a splash of the raspberry shrub to club soda and serve over ice.