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Rhubarb Syrup

A rosy hued rhubarb syrup with a hint of ginger, this flavored simple syrup is great for spring and summer drinks and cocktails. The rhubarb simple syrup can be made ahead and freezes well.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 51 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rhubarb chopped into 1" pieces
  • 1 " knob of ginger quartered
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

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  1. Wash and dry the rhubarb and cut it into 1" pieces until you have 2 cups rhubarb.
  2. Cut a 1 1" knob of ginger into quarters and add it to a saucepan with the rhubarb pieces, 1 cup sugar and2 cups water.
  3.  Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.  Cook for 10 minutes then remove from the heat to steep for an additional 10 minutes
  4. Place a fine mesh sieve over a bowl and carefully pour the fruit mixture through the sieve to remove the solids.  Do not press on the solids; just let the syrup drain into the bowl on its own.  Discard solids.  
  5. Cool the syrup to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • You can freeze the rhubarb simple syrup in ice cube trays to save for later. Thaw to use.

Nutrition Information

Calories 51kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 43mg (1%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 14mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 51

% Daily Value*

Calories 51kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 43mg 1%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 14mg 1%

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