Apple Cider Shrub

Yields 12 oz.

4 oz. Apple Cider

4 oz. Sugar

2 oz. apple cider vinegar

2 oz. Rice wine vinegar

1 ea. Cinnamon stick

1 ea. Cloves

1 ea. Star anise

Method:

In a saucepot, combine apple cider, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise
Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil while stirring to ensure that the sugar is fully dissolved.
Once the mixture has boiled, remove from heat and allow the spices to steep for about 15 minutes.
Strain the spices from the syrup base and add both types of vinegar to the cooled syrup to create the shrub.
Store the shrub in an airtight container and the refrigerator.