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Easy Rhubarb Syrup

Easy Rhubarb Syrup

This vibrant rhubarb simple syrup is great for mixing into cocktails and mocktails! It’s sweet and tart, with lovely rhubarb and vanilla bean flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Canning & Preserving, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 16 ounces

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ounces rhubarb chopped into 1/2 inch chunks
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 bean vanilla split open
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Add rhubarb, water, sugar, salt, vanilla bean, and cardamom to a sauce pot.
  • Simmer on medium low for 15-20 minutes stirring occasionally, until rhubarb is completely broken down and juices have released.
  • Remove from heat and let cool for 10-15 minutes then strain syrup into bowl, pressing down lightly onto rhubarb mixture to get juices out.
  • Stir lemon juice into rhubarb syrup then pour into a clean beverage bottle for storage.
  • Syrup will last in refrigerator for 3-4 weeks, or in freezer for several months.

Notes

This syrup is great for mixing into cocktails, mocktails, or simply stirring into sparkling water and lemonade.
Keyword cocktail syrup, drinks, rhubarb syrup, simple syrup