Shrubbish: A Sober Drinks & Thinks Podcast
There's plenty of content out there about alcohol. Everybody loves cocktails and mixology, right? But what about those of us who have stopped drinking -- whatever the reason? Shrubbish: A Sober Drinks & Thinks Podcast aims to explore the world beyond booze. From lightly fermented drinks around the world to health claims and beverage apparatuses, Sarah investigates a variety of beverage-related topics, along with discussing her own personal relationship with addiction and recovery. Plus, every episode includes a taste & review of everyone's favorite little sprit-free elixir: The Shrub. Bespoke new flavor each week!
Episodes
Sarah and The Shrub (a particularly good one!) expand on honey by putting their paws in pots of fermented honey, honeydew, and propolis -- figuratively, of course. Also, how do sober communities respond to or offer invitations for celebration and community without the classic one liner "can I buy you a drink?"
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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/s_mk7zGYDA8
Sarah and The Shrub start in on a honey-centric two-parter with a little background on bees, honey production, and health benefits, in anticipation of more honey loving to come! Also, a look at that "fresh restart" that comes with the new year, seasonal depression, and the cycle of going on a bender.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honey - Base Article
https://www.honey.com/about-honey/how-honey-is-made - 2nd...
Sarah and The Shrub(s) go south of the border for this week's ancient fermented beverages, with notes of pineapple, corn, brown sugar, and funk. Also, on that big first step of admitting you have a problem, and asking for help.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tepache
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tejuino
https://imbibemagazine.com/tepache-traditional-to-mexico-cautiously-finds-its-way-northward/
Sarah and The Shrub get sour and funky with the discovery of yet ANOTHER ancient fermented beverage, and talk flights - in more ways than one.
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https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/13457-cranberry-shrub-syrup
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-make-banana-water-for-plants-5218164
Sarah and The Shrub journey to the land of straws, and reflect on the joy of simply...being.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drinking_straw#
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombilla
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milo_Cress
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/19/business/plastic-straws-ban-fact-check-nyt.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/11/world/europe/metal-straws-death.html
Happy Halloween! This episode has nothing to do with Halloween, but everything to do with plant-based milks. Also, Sarah and The Shrub reflect on how moving towards healthier habits can actually feel a little bitter sweet.
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While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of substance abuse. If you or someone you know need...
Sarah and The Shrub discover there is so much more to matcha than meets the eye! Also, what might it be like to re-frame how we approach the challenges of getting sober?
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matcha#Introduction_of_powdered_tea
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/dining/matcha.html?utm_campaign=likeshopme&utm_content=ig-nytcooking&utm_medium=instagram&utm_source=dash+hudson
https://www.urasenke.or.jp...
Sarah and The Shrub go further down the path of fermentation with sourdough bread making, and ponder over the practice of self reflection through writing.
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https://en.muehlerama.ch/ausstellungen/detail/das-brot-aus-dem-see-1
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sourdough
https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/learn/guides/sourdough
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email: shrubbishpodcast@gmail.com
While I want to bring levity t...
Sarah and The Shrub are back with more NA drinky fun, journeying to North Caucasia and back to explore Kefir, what it means to slow down, and of course....tasting a fresh (or not so fresh) shrub.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kefir
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_Kefir
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-health-benefits-of-kefir
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318353
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nor...
Take a trip to the 90's with Sarah and The Shrub as they digest a major beverage brand's hilarious flop
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OK_Soda
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Coke
https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/ok-soda-coca-cola-history
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email: shrubbishpodcast@gmail.com
While I want to bring levity to the table, this podcast does contain descriptions of s...
Sarah and The Shrub go a little off topic with the history of apple cider, but the main event is 100% that lanky woodsy wanderer: Johnny Appleseed.
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https://cider.wsu.edu/history-of-cider/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_cider
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucQKLWYBgeU
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/ancient-origins-apple-cider-180960662/
Journey to Mexico (and Brooklyn!) with Sarah and The Shrub as they talk about the thirst quenching Agua Fresca, indie concerts, favorite firsts, tacos, and more.
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- “Agua Fresca” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agua_fresca
- Guzmán, Alicia Inez. “The Beauty of Aguas Frescas” New Mexico Magazine, 2 April 2019. https://www.newmexicomagazine.org/blog/post/matteos-aguas-frescas/
Take a trip to Ancient Greece with Sarah and The Shrub as they chat about a little tincture not too far off from shrubs - The Oxymel!
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- “Oxymel” (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxymel
- Slagle, Ali. “Oxymel is the Tart, Herbal Tonic You Can Make at Home.” Bon Appetite, 2 Nov. 2017. https://www.bonappetit.com/story/make-oxymel-herbal-tonic
- Deluca, Leo, “Ancient Honey-and-Vinegar ...
Get your fermentation on whith Sarah and The Shrub covering Kombucha! Also a little story (some might say rant...) from a recent weird event, and a spicy face-off between two shrubs.
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- “Kombucha” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kombucha
- Zeratsky, Katherine. Mayo Clinic Consumer Health. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/expert-answers/kombucha-tea/faq-20058126
- M...
Sarah and The Shrub delve into the history, pharmacology, and brewing of the psychoactive beverage Kava.
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- “Kava” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kava
- “Lapita Culture” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapita_culture
- “Kavalactone” (Wikipedia). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kavalactone
- “Kava.” Alcohol and Drug Foundation, 06 June 2024. https://adf.org.au/dru...
Sarah and The Shrub cover the history and making of Bubble Tea, and discuss a little about her experience with AA. Potential (NA) drinking game: count how many times she says the word "boba".
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- “Bubble Tea” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_tea
- “Tapioca Pearl” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tapioca_pearl
- “Popping Boba” (Wikipedia)
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Let's wrap this bad boy up. Brewing methods, grinders, what's a latte vs. a cappuccino? Sarah and The Shrub cover all kinds of basics on what goes into your favorite cup of coffee.
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- “Kopi Luwak” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kopi_luwak
- “5 Things to Know About Cold Brew.” Kaldi’s Coffee Roasting Company, 5 May 2023. https://kaldiscoffee.com/blogs/news/5-things-you-should-kn...
We've got a two-parter folks! There's just so. much. to. learn. about. coffee. Here's a *wee* bit of history, and what's going on with the plant itself. Also, Sarah and The Shrub are joined by a surprise beverage guest!
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- Beller, Debra. “How Coffee Works.” HowStuffWorks.com.
https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/coffee.htm/printable
-“What is ...
Oh no, not another podcast episode about caffeine!
How many cups of coffee do you think Sarah and The Shrub had before this episode?
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Sources
-Grisel, Judith. Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction. Anchor Books, 2019.
-W. Bryant, Charles & Clark, Josh, hosts. “The Duality of Caffeine.” Stuff You Should Know, iHeartPodcasts, 16 Jan. 2016.
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Do you know what's in an egg cream? Join Sarah and The Shrub in this mildly chaotic episode to find out! Plus - story time.
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-“Egg Cream” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egg_cream
-“Cream” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cream#:~:text=Cream%20is%20a%20dairy%20product,using%20centrifuges%20called%20%22separators%22.
-“Pilk” (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia....
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