Sweet rhubarb syrup instead of a cocktail: how to make an interesting drink
Rhubarb is a very versatile plant that can be actively used for culinary purposes. A variety of pies or jams are made from this product. Rhubarb is also ideal for making a delicious syrup. This drink can be consumed on its own as a cocktail or added to various pastries for a better taste. You just need a few simple ingredients.
Food blogger Iryna Bondaruk (ira.bondaruk) shared how to make rhubarb syrup on her Instagram page.
How to make rhubarb syrup
Source: Screenshot of Iryna Bondaruk's post on Instagram
Ingredients:
- rhubarb - 1.5 kg
- water - 1.5 liters
- sugar - 900 g
- lemon - 1 piece
How rhubarb grows
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Method of preparation:
1. Wash the rhubarb and cut into pieces, cover with water, and cook for 5-10 minutes.
2. Strain through a colander lined with cheesecloth. (Leave for 2 hours to drain all the liquid).
Cutting rhubarb for a dish
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3. Add sugar and lemon juice to the syrup. Bring everything to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
Chopped peeled rhubarb for syrup
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4. Pour boiling water over the clean bottles.
You need to add lemon to rhubarb
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5. Pour in the hot syrup and close the bottles.
Ready-made rhubarb syrup
Source: Photo from Iryna Bondarchuk's Instagram page
6. Store in a dark, cool place for up to 5 months. Store in the refrigerator when opened.
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