Description
This Rhubarb Liqueur recipe offers a delightful homemade alcoholic beverage combining the tartness of fresh rhubarb with the smoothness of vodka. Steeped for several weeks, it develops a balanced sweetness and vibrant flavor, perfect for sipping on its own or mixing into cocktails.
Ingredients
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Rhubarb Liqueur Ingredients
- 6 cups rhubarb stalks, chopped (about 1½ pounds)
- 1 cup sugar (plus more to taste)
- 750 ml vodka or neutral spirit
Instructions
- Prepare Rhubarb: Wash and chop the rhubarb stalks into 1-inch pieces to ensure even extraction of flavor during steeping.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large jar or airtight container, add the chopped rhubarb and sugar. Stir well to coat all the rhubarb pieces evenly with sugar.
- Add Vodka: Pour in the vodka or neutral spirit and stir again, ensuring the sugar and rhubarb are well mixed. Seal the container tightly to prevent air exposure.
- Steep Mixture: Place the sealed jar in a cool, dark place. Let the mixture steep for 2 to 3 weeks, gently shaking the jar once daily to aid sugar dissolution and flavor infusion.
- Strain Liqueur: After steeping, strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove all rhubarb solids, resulting in a clear liqueur.
- Taste and Sweeten: Sample the liqueur and add more sugar if desired to achieve preferred sweetness. Stir until dissolved.
- Bottle and Seal: Pour the strained and sweetened liqueur into clean bottles, sealing them tightly for storage.
- Store and Age: Keep the bottles in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place. Enjoy immediately or allow the liqueur to age for several months to develop deeper flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm rhubarb stalks for best flavor and color.
- Regular shaking during steeping helps dissolve sugar and infuse flavors better.
- Adjust sugar amounts based on your sweetness preference.
- The liqueur can be consumed immediately but tastes better after aging.
- Store the finished liqueur in a cool, dark place to preserve flavor and quality.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
