Description
Rhubarb liqueur brings spring’s tangy magic into a smooth, enchanting spirit that dances between tart and sweet. Craft this rosy libation to elevate cocktails or sip solo, creating a delightful homemade treasure you’ll savor with pure pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 4 cups (approx. 1 pound/454 grams) chopped fresh rhubarb
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) vodka
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Select a spacious glass vessel with a secure lid, then tumble freshly cut rhubarb segments alongside granulated sweetener and fragrant citrus peels.
- Gently agitate the mixture, ensuring even distribution, then blanket with lid and permit natural juice extraction at ambient temperature for one complete solar cycle.
- Following the maceration period, introduce premium neutral spirit and aromatic vanilla essence, stirring thoroughly to integrate all components.
- Hermetically seal the container and relocate to a shadowy, temperate environment, allowing liquidalchemy to transform flavors over seven to fourteen days.
- Periodically caress the vessel, rotating contents to promote consistent flavor development and ingredient interaction.
- When infusion reaches optimal depth, meticulously filter liquid through ultra-fine textile or precision mesh, capturing pure essence while separating solids.
- Transfer luminous crimson elixir into pristine glass receptacle, selecting storage location with consistently cool temperature – refrigeration recommended for prolonged preservation.
- Prior to serving, ensure thorough chilling to enhance sensory experience and maximize flavor complexity.
Notes
- Choose firm, bright red rhubarb stalks for the most vibrant color and intense flavor, avoiding any wilted or soft pieces.
- Remove all leaves from rhubarb before chopping, as they are toxic and should never be used in the recipe.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on rhubarb’s tartness; start with less and taste during infusion to control sweetness.
- Use high-quality vodka for smoother, cleaner liqueur taste, preferring mid-range brands with neutral profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (excluding infusion time)
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg