Rhubarb Margarita Recipe
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Rhubarb Margarita Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by simmering chopped rhubarb with water to extract its flavor, gently crushing it to release juices. The strained rhubarb liquid is then sweetened with sugar and cooled, forming a syrup base. The margarita combines white tequila, fresh lime juice, and the rhubarb syrup for a cocktail that blends tartness and sweetness. Rimming the glass with Himalayan or sea salt adds a subtle mineral note that complements the drink's flavors.
The cocktail is served on the rocks in a glass rimmed with salt, garnished with fresh lime and rhubarb slices for color and aroma. This preparation yields a unique and visually appealing margarita variation.
Besides margaritas, the rhubarb syrup can be used to make other beverages like mojitos or lemonade, extending its versatility.
Choosing Himalayan or sea salt is recommended for a balanced flavor, while avoiding table salt which can overpower. The syrup can be made ahead and stored, allowing for quick cocktail preparation.
Ingredients
Rhubarb Syrup
- 8 cups rhubarb fresh or frozen, chopped
- 3 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
Rhubarb Margarita
- Himalayan salt see notes
- 2 ounces white tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce rhubarb syrup
- lime to garnish, slices
- rhubarb to garnish, slices
Instructions
- Begin by making the rhubarb syrup. Simmer the rhubarb and water in a small, covered pot for 10 minutes. Crush the rhubarb gently with a spoon to release all of the flavor. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve then return the syrup to the pot. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves, about 2 minutes. Let the rhubarb syrup cool completely before using it.
- Run a cut piece of lime around the rim of a rocks glass then dip the wet rim into salt. Fill the glass with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and rhubarb syrup to the glass and stir.
- Garnish with a lime slice and strips of rhubarb.
Notes
- Use Himalayan or regular sea salt for rimming; avoid table salt as its flavor is too strong.
- You will have extra rhubarb syrup, which can be used in other drinks like rhubarb mojitos or rhubarb lemonade.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1margarita
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 margarita | |
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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