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Rhubarb Lemonade

A refreshing drink that combines the tartness of rhubarb with the zest of freshly squeezed lemons, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage, Drinks, Summer Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rhubarb Syrup
  • 3 cups 3 cups rhubarb, chopped (about 4 stalks) Freshly stalked rhubarb is key! Look for firm, brightly colored stalks for maximum flavor.
  • 1 cup 1 cup sugar You can switch it up with coconut sugar or agave syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • 1.5 cups 1.5 cups water Filtered water is preferred for a cleaner taste.
For the Lemonade
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons) Freshly squeezed is always best! Bottled juice doesn’t capture the same bright flavor.
  • 6 cups 6 cups cold water To dilute the lemonade.
  • Ice cubes Ice cubes For serving.
  • Lemon slices For garnish.
  • Strawberries (optional, for garnish) Fresh strawberries complement the rhubarb beautifully.

Method
 

Make the Simple Syrup
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, and 1.5 cups of water. Bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes syrup-like.
  3. Use a fine mesh strainer to separate the liquid from the rhubarb solids to obtain a lovely, ruby-red syrup. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Make the Rhubarb Lemonade
  1. In a large pitcher, mix the cooled rhubarb syrup with fresh lemon juice and 6 cups of cold water. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  2. Let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices and strawberries if desired.

Notes

For an extra touch, muddle mint leaves at the bottom of your glass before pouring in the lemonade. Store any leftover syrup in an airtight container in the fridge; it should last a week. Lemonade can be stored in the fridge for 4-5 days.