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Quick Rhubarb Simple Syrup Recipe Easy Refreshing Cocktails and Mocktails

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A quick and easy rhubarb simple syrup that adds a bright, tart, and sweet flavor to cocktails, mocktails, iced teas, and more. Ready in just 15 minutes, this syrup is perfect for refreshing summer drinks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped (about 200 grams)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
  • Optional: small piece of fresh ginger or a cinnamon stick

Instructions

  1. Rinse and trim the rhubarb stalks, then chop into approximately 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, and water. Add ginger or cinnamon stick if using.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently to dissolve the sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes until rhubarb softens and liquid turns pink.
  4. Reduce heat to low and gently mash the rhubarb pieces with the back of a spoon. Continue simmering for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until syrup thickens slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl or jar, pressing solids gently to extract syrup.
  6. Stir in fresh lemon juice to brighten and balance tartness.
  7. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate. Keeps well for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

If syrup is too thick after cooling, stir in a tablespoon of water to loosen. For sweeter syrup, gently reheat with more sugar. Do not skip straining for smooth texture. Add lemon juice after straining and off heat to preserve brightness. Store refrigerated up to 2 weeks or freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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