Rhubarb mojito
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Rhubarb mojito
Description
This cocktail combines muddled fresh mint leaves and lime juice with homemade rhubarb syrup and white rum. The rhubarb syrup is prepared by simmering rhubarb with sugar and water until soft and strained, resulting in a bright, slightly tangy syrup that adds unique flavor to the drink.
Once combined with rum, the mixture is topped with ice and soda water for a lightly fizzy, refreshing texture. Garnishes of mint leaves, lime slices, and rhubarb slices visually enhance the drink and complement its flavors.
The rhubarb mojito is suited to warm weather or occasions seeking a variation on the classic mint mojito that introduces a mild fruit tartness. It can be prepared in advance by making the syrup ahead of time.
Ingredients
For the rhubarb mojito:
- mint leaves small handful
- lime juice from 1
- 60 ml rhubarb syrup
- 60 ml white rum I used Captain Morgan White Rum
- ice
- soda water to taste
To garnish:
- mint leaves
- lime slices
- rhubarb slices
For the rhubarb syrup:
- 150 g rhubarb sliced
- 150 g sugar
- 180 ml water
Instructions
For the rhubarb mojito:
- Combine the mint, lime juice and rhubarb syrup in a glass and crush the mint leaves as you mix.
- Then stir in the rum.
- Top with some ice and soda water before garnishing with mint, lime slices and rhubarb.
For the rhubarb syrup:
- Make the syrup by combining the rhubarb, sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat till the sugar is dissolved. Then simmer away covered for 20 min until the rhubarb is soft.
- Then let the syrup cool before straining out the rhubarb and storing the syrup in clean jar in the fridge or using at once.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 299 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 299kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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