Homemade Rhubarb Simple Syrup Gin and Tonic

This Homemade Rhubarb Simple Syrup Gin and Tonic has a refreshing and fruity taste with the addition of rhubarb simple syrup. With just a touch of sweetness, it’s the perfect warm weather cocktail!

in this post: everything you need for this rhubarb gin and tonic cocktail

• easy rhubarb simple syrup ingredients
• how to make simple syrup
• how to make a rhubarb gin and tonic
• homemade rhubarb simple syrup gin and tonic ingredients
• equipment needed for this gin and tonic

With only sugar and water, you can make a very basic simple syrup. By adding rhubarb (which is plentiful right now), it completely changes the flavor of the simple syrup.

easy rhubarb simple syrup ingredients

When it comes to simple syrup, the ingredients are very straightforward: sugar and water. The fun thing with simple syrup is that you can add different things to it to completely change the flavor.

You only need three ingredients you need to make this simple syrup: water, white sugar and rhubarb (fresh or frozen).

how to make this simple syrup

Grab a saucepan, a strainer and the following ingredients:

• water
• white sugar
• rhubarb (fresh or fozen)

Once you have all your ingredients ready, you can start making the simple syrup.

1. In a saucepan over high heat, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the white sugar and rhubarb.
3. Continue boiling until the sugar is dissolved and then simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Let the simple syrup cool.
5. Strain into a clean container. Use the back of a spoon to push the excess liquid out of the cooked rhubarb.
6. Store the simple syrup in the refrigerator for up to a month.
7. You can discard the cooked rhubarb, or use it as an ice cream topping!

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homemade rhubarb simple syrup gin and tonic ingredients

The ingredients for this gin and tonic are simple. Homemade rhubarb simple syrup. Gin. Tonic. Squeeze of lime. Does it get any easier?

• homemade rhubarb simple syrup
• gin
• tonic
• lime
• ice. lots of ice!

how to make a rhubarb gin and tonic cocktail

Once you have the rhubarb simple syrup made, this cocktail could not be more easy to make!

1. Combine gin, rhubarb simple syrup and fresh squeezed lime juice.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Top off with tonic water.
4. Fill the glass with ice and enjoy!

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equipment needed for this simple syrup

• fine mesh strainer
• low ball glass
• simple syrup container
• cocktail spoon