Rhubarb and Ginger Gin
Homemade rhubarb and ginger gin, tart and refreshing, perfect on ice, with tonic or in a cocktail.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Additional Time21 days d
Total Time21 days d 15 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: English
Servings: 750 ml/ 1 bottle
Calories: 43kcal
- 450 g/ 1 lb rhubarb
- 250 g/ 8.8 oz/ 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 long strips lemon peel Note 1
- 3 thick slices ginger
- 1 bottle gin 700ml/23 fl.oz (Note 2)
Wash, dry, and chop the rhubarb. Place into a large jar. Add the lemon peel and the ginger. Pour in the gin. Stir gently with a long wooden spoon.
Cover and let steep in a dark place (cupboard, pantry, cellar) for 3 to 4 weeks. Stir every day during the first week and every 3-4 days for the rest of the time.
Taste after 3 weeks, the gin should be already slightly pink and very flavorful. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a cheesecloth/ muslin cloth into a jug. Carefully pour into a bottle (you can use the original gin bottle).
Keep refrigerated and consume within 4-5 weeks. The gin will not go bad if kept for longer, but it will slightly lose the rhubarb flavor.
- Preferably from an organic, unwaxed lemon
- Not an expensive sort, mid-range is fine.
Serving: 30ml | Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 9g