Figgy Lemon-Ginger Soother

Fig jam delivers a honeyed sweetness to this warming shrub-based mocktail — the ideal foil to the spicy, tart profile of your lemon-ginger shrub.

By Camille Berry | Experience Life

This seasonal mocktail features a lemon-ginger shrub (also known as a drinking vinegar) that adds a bright, tangy depth of flavor. The shrub requires a four-day fermentation period, so be sure to plan ahead.

Makes 1 serving
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes

Ingredients

6 oz. cold water
1 tsp. fresh rosemary
1 tsp. fig jam
2 oz. lemon-ginger shrub (prepared four days in advance )
Rosemary sprig and lemon slice, for garnish

Directions

STEP 1

Make the lemon-ginger shrub at least four days in advance, as it requires time to ferment.

STEP 2

To prepare the mocktail: Bring the water to a boil. Place the rosemary in a glass measuring cup, pour in the hot water, and allow it to steep for about five minutes.

STEP 3

Place the jam in a mug. Add a splash of the rosemary tea and stir until the jam dissolves.

STEP 4

Stir in the remaining tea and the lemon-ginger shrub. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and slice of lemon.

STEP 5

Optional spirit: Mezcal

Photographer: Terry Brennan.

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