Cocktail Friday: Gin Rhubarb Sour
Cocktail Friday is here, and we're shaking things up with a Gin Rhubarb Sour! This refreshing blend of gin and rhubarb, topped with a stunning rhubarb ribbon garnish, is the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
As we approach the end of rhubarb season, there's no better time to savor this vibrant and tangy vegetable. Rhubarb’s unique flavor is at its peak right now, making it the perfect ingredient to elevate your cocktails. So, let's make the most of these final weeks with a delicious Gin Rhubarb Sour!
Gin Rhubarb Sour
makes one cocktail
Ingredients:
2 oz gin
1 oz rhubarb syrup (recipe below)
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
1 egg white (optional, for a frothy top)
Ice
Rhubarb ribbon for garnish
Directions:
In a shaker, combine the gin, rhubarb syrup, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using). Dry shake (without ice) vigorously to emulsify the egg white.
Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled. Strain into a coupe glass.
Garnish with a rhubarb ribbon.
Rhubarb Simple Syrup
Ingredients:
2-3 rhubarb stalks
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
Directions:
In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is soft and the syrup has thickened. Strain the mixture and let the syrup cool completely.
Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
There’s nothing quite like a Gin Rhubarb Sour to celebrate the start of the weekend. The combination of gin’s botanical notes with the tart sweetness of rhubarb makes for a truly unique and delicious drink!