Rhubarb Spring Fling
A vibrant and refreshing cocktail that combines tart rhubarb, citrusy grapefruit, and herbal rosemary, perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Rhubarb Simple Syrup
- 2 stalks fresh rhubarb (chopped)
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
For the Cocktail
- 2 oz white rum
- 2 oz rhubarb simple syrup
- 2 oz fresh squeezed grapefruit juice (pink or white)
- 1 small sprig rosemary (plus 1 for garnish)
- 1 wedge lime (for garnish)
Instructions
Make the Rhubarb Simple Syrup
- Combine the chopped rhubarb, water, and sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Boil gently for about 10 minutes.
- Strain out the rhubarb and put the syrup back on the stove. Reduce further by boiling gently for about 5 to 8 minutes, until the syrup is reduced to about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups.
- Let cool and store in a container with a lid in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Prepare the Cocktail
- Remove the leaves from a sprig of rosemary and muddle or lightly crush them at the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
- Add the rum, rhubarb simple syrup, and grapefruit juice to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice, shake well, and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and a fresh sprig of rosemary.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness of the syrup to your preference. For a more herbal flavor, consider adding an extra sprig of rosemary during the shaking process. This recipe can be modified to create a non-alcoholic version by replacing the rum with sparkling water or tonic.