Rhubarb Gin Delight
This delightful cocktail is a rhubarb-infused gin that boasts a beautiful pink color and a fresh, sweet rhubarb flavor. Infused with bright pink, early forced rhubarb, and a blend of vanilla, ginger, and star anise, this cocktail is perfect for a refreshing and aromatic drinking experience. It's a delightful twist on traditional gin and tonic, making it a perfect choice for a spring or summer gathering.
Rhubarb Gin Delight
A delightful rhubarb-infused gin with a beautiful pink color and fresh, sweet rhubarb flavor, infused with vanilla, ginger, and star anise for an aromatic twist.
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Ingredients
- 1.50 cups forced rhubarb (trimmed weight), washed and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 2 cups dry gin
- 1/2 vanilla pod, split in half
- 4-5 slices fresh root ginger
- 2 star anise
- 1 blood orange, pared zest only
Instructions
- Place the rhubarb and caster sugar in a large, wide-necked clip lid jar, stirring well to coat the rhubarb in sugar.
- Add the vanilla, ginger, and star anise or orange zest, cover the jar, and set aside at room temperature for 12 hours or overnight, shaking the jar occasionally.
- After the sugar dissolves and draws out pink juice from the rhubarb, pour in the gin, stirring well to combine.
- Cover and set aside for at least 1 week, shaking the jar daily to draw out as much flavor from the rhubarb as possible.
- Strain the gin through a fine mesh sieve into a jug and decant into clean bottles.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses and top up with soda or tonic water and a slice of lime or blood orange.