Refreshing Sparkling Water and Shrub Soda Recipe

Two of our favorite ways to enjoy Naturally Fermented Persimmon Vinegar — no cocktail shaker required. Whether you’re looking for a light, healthy sparkling drink or a more complex shrub soda with a sweet-tart kick, these recipes come together in minutes and are endlessly customizable. Great for a warm spring or summer day, and perfect for kids who aren’t quite ready for straight vinegar.

Persimmon Vinegar Sparkling Water

Ingredients

• Sparkling water

• 1 tbsp Persimmon Vinegar

• Flavor ingredients like fruit, herbs, or citrus

Directions

1. Pour a glass of sparkling water and add the Persimmon Vinegar.

2. Add muddled fruit, fresh mint, or a squeeze of lemon to add extra flavor.

3. Serve and enjoy!

Persimmon Vinegar Shrub Soda

Ingredients

• 1 part simple syrup

• 1 part citrus juice

• 1 part Persimmon Vinegar

Directions

1. Make a simple syrup by adding 1 part water and 1 part sugar to a pot on the stove. Heat until the sugar is dissolved, stirring constantly. Let cool.

2. Mix 1 part citrus juice and 1 part Persimmon Vinegar with the cooled simple syrup. Chill in the fridge or use immediately.

3. Add 1 part shrub mix to 4 parts sparkling water. Taste and add more shrub mix if desired. Garnish with a lemon, fresh mint, or herb of your choice.

4. Serve and enjoy!

Flavor Combination Ideas

Both recipes are a blank canvas — here are some of our favorite add-ins:

• Orange, loquat & mint — bright and floral

• Lemon juice & basil — herby and refreshing

• Strawberry & black pepper — sweet with a kick

• Rose & lavender — elegant and aromatic

• Ginger & lime — zingy and energizing

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