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Rhubarb Gin & Tonic
5 from 132 votes

Rhubarb Gin & Tonic

This Rhubarb Gin & Tonic cocktail combines a tart, fruity rhubarb simple syrup with lime juice and gin, topped with tonic water for a refreshing and balanced drink. The rhubarb syrup provides a distinctive flavor and subtle sweetness, while the lime adds brightness. Served chilled over ice with lime garnish, it makes for a nuanced cocktail option.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 2
Calories: 141 kcal
Course: Drinks, Cocktails

Ingredients

Rhubarb Simple Syrup
  • 2 cups rhubarb chopped (about 4 stalks
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1.5 cups water
Rhubarb Gin & Tonic
  • 4 oz gin
  • 1 lime juice of
  • 6 oz rhubarb simple syrup
  • 10 oz tonic water
  • lime sliced, for garnish

Instructions

Rhubarb Simple Syrup
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  1. In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, sugar, and water.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes
  3. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely
  4. Strain syrup through a sieve, discarding fruit solids, or saving for another use
Rhubarb Gin & Tonic
  1. Fill two chilled highball glasses half full with ice.
  2. Add 2 oz gin to each glassAdd ½ lime juice to each glass
  3. Add 2 tablespoon rhubarb syrup to each glass, or to taste
  4. Top up each glass with chilled tonic water
  5. Garnish with lime wedges and or slices
  6. Cheers!

Notes

  • Reduce sugar by swapping tonic water with club soda for a lighter cocktail.
  • Keep leftover rhubarb syrup refrigerated and use within 7 days for best flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 34mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin C 9.7mg (11%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 141kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 34mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin C 9.7mg 11%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.