Tomato Shrub

Method

Place 5 tomatoes in a blender and puree until smooth. Strain the puree through a coffee filter until you have 10 oz. of tomato water, leaving the puree overnight if necessary. Place the tomato water and 5 oz. sugar in a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over low heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Cook for 5 minutes, stir in a splash of white balsamic vinegar, and let the shrub cool completely before using or storing.