Harvest Drink Molasses Shrub

Capture the essence of autumn in a glass with this delightful Harvest Drink Molasses Shrub—a tangy, sweet, and spiced beverage that perfectly complements crisp fall days. This unique shrub recipe combines the deep, earthy richness of unsulfured molasses with the bright tang of apple cider vinegar and apple cider, creating a layered flavor profile that's both warming and refreshing. Infused with fresh ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, and a hint of citrus from orange peel, this drink is simmered to perfection before being chilled for a bold, well-rounded taste. Finished with sparkling water or club soda for effervescence, it’s a fantastic non-alcoholic option for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings. Quick to prep and bursting with fall-inspired flavors, this molasses shrub makes a great addition to your autumn recipe lineup. Perfectly served over ice and garnished with a twist of orange or cinnamon stick for an elegant touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsulfured molasses
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup apple cider
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 1 stick cinnamon stick
• 0.125 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
• 1 strip orange peel
• 6 cubes ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the molasses, apple cider vinegar, apple cider, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger. Add the grated ginger to the saucepan along with the cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and orange peel strip.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and combine the ingredients.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the shrub mixture to cool completely to room temperature.

Step 6

Strain the cooled mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle to remove the solids. Discard the cinnamon stick, orange peel, and ginger pulp.

Step 7

Cover the jar or bottle and refrigerate the shrub for at least 3 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to develop further.

Step 8

To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes. Add 3-4 tablespoons of the molasses shrub concentrate and top with sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine.

Step 9

Garnish with a twist of orange peel or a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1207.2 grams (1207.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	693

Total Fat 0.40g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 66mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 173.00g	63%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 158.80g
Protein 0.40g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305mg	23%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 2143mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.5%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 99.3%