This syrup can be used to flavor seltzer to make a refreshing rhubarb soda. It can also be added to a glass of Champagne or Prosecco for a light springtime cocktail.
Ingredients:
- 2 Cups Sliced Rhubarb
- 3 Thin Slices of Fresh Ginger
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Water
Directions:
Combine the rhubarb, ginger, sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the rhubarb has softened and is falling apart, about 15 minutes. Strain into a bowl pressing on the rhubarb and ginger to release the juices. Then pour the strained rhubarb-ginger syrup into a bottle or jar and refrigerate.
*Save the rhubarb pulp for making Rhubarb Oat Squares. Recipe to follow.
Sources:
- Rhubarb – Joan Reynolds, Bearsville, NY
My local bakery offered this as a summer drink, it was supremely satisfying.
ReplyDeleteAUGH! I want this - I need to find some rhubarb! I just moved to VA a few weeks ago, and so I don't have access to all our huge plants back at home (we moved from WA); and all the rhubarb I had frozen, I gave to my mom when I moved!
ReplyDeleteMuch luck in your hunt for rhubarb. I need to get a plant in the ground this year myself. I hope you find some and get a chance to try this. It's one of my favorite Spring drinks.
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