Last Updated on October 6, 2022 by The Noms
Rhubarb and basil, fresh out of our garden into a cocktail!
One of our favorite things about the early season farmer’s markets are the fresh herbs and wonderfully tart fresh rhubarb. This past week we brought home a nice batch of rhubarb that we used to make a delicious strawberry and rhubarb tart. We had a few stalks left over and not wanting to waste the fresh produce, we decided to make a rhubarb syrup that we could use in some cocktails.
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Rhubarb Basil Cocktail
This rhubarb vodka cocktail uses the rhubarb simple syrup which has a tart sweetness that paired well with the aromatic spiciness of the fresh basil. A bit of sparkling soda water gives the cocktail a nice effervescence making this drink very refreshing.
What Ingredients are Needed for the Rhubasil Cocktail?
- Basil
- Vodka
- Rhubarb Simple Syrup
- Sparkling Water or Club Soda
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Rhubasil - Rhubarb Cocktail
A light cocktail with the delightful flavors of rhubarb and basil. This pink cocktail is so perfect for spring.
Ingredients
Rhubasil Cocktail
- 2-3 basil leaves (more for garnish)
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce rhubarb simple syrup
- sparkling water or club soda
Instructions
Tear apart a few basil leaves and place in the bottom of the glass with the vodka.
Muddle leaves and vodka.
Fill the glass with ice, top with the rhubarb syrup and sparkling water.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 248Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 0gSugar: 42gProtein: 0g
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Ashleigh
Sunday 24th of May 2015
My husband, and his family, would love this drink! Thank you for sharing!! xx
The 'Noms.
Monday 25th of May 2015
Thanks so much!
WholeFoodBellies
Sunday 24th of May 2015
Yum this sounds delicious! I am a huge fan of rhubarb :)
The 'Noms.
Monday 25th of May 2015
Thanks! If you try it, let us know what you think!
Josie
Sunday 24th of May 2015
Looks so refreshing!! I can't wait to try this.
The 'Noms.
Sunday 24th of May 2015
Thanks, please let us know what you think of it!
Christina
Sunday 24th of May 2015
I love this because it's so different. I'd never think to create something like this. I can't wait to try it and it's perfect for summer!
The 'Noms.
Sunday 24th of May 2015
Thanks! Let us know what you think!
Thalia @ butter and brioche
Saturday 23rd of May 2015
As a massive rhubarb fan.. this is definitely a recipe I will be making. Thanks!
The 'Noms.
Saturday 23rd of May 2015
Let us know how you liked it! Thanks for reading!