Description
A delightful homemade rhubarb liqueur that captures the sweet-tart essence of nostalgia. Perfect for cocktails or drizzling over desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups vodka or neutral spirit
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the rhubarb: Wash the stalks and chop into small pieces. Peel for vibrant color if desired.
- Simmer the syrup: Combine rhubarb, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Simmer until sugar dissolves and rhubarb softens (5-7 minutes).
- Cool & strain: Let the mixture cool for 30 minutes, then strain into a bowl.
- Mix with alcohol: Add vodka and vanilla extract to the strained syrup, stir to combine.
- Bottle it up: Pour into sterilized bottles, label them with date and flavor.
- Infuse: Seal bottles and store in a cool, dark place for two weeks, shaking gently every few days.
Notes
Consider adding spices like cinnamon or fresh herbs for flavor variations. Enjoy responsibly and experiment with different serving suggestions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rhubarb liqueur, homemade liqueur, cocktail ingredient