Rhubarb Cordial

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15

Homemade Rhubarb Cordial recipe for refreshing summer drink

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

25g

Fat

Rhubarb cordial is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. This easy-to-make summer drink is a great way to use up an abundant crop of rhubarb. The drink has a tangy and sweet taste, making it an excellent thirst quencher. This homemade recipe can be customized to suit personal preferences or dietary restrictions. Rhubarb, the star ingredient in the recipe, is a perennial plant with a long history of medicinal use. It is simple to grow and widely available in the summer in the northern hemisphere. The health benefits of this cordial come from the high levels of vitamin K and fiber present in rhubarb.

Instructions

1.	Wash the rhubarb stalks under running water and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
2.	In a large pot, add rhubarb pieces, lemon zest and three quarts of water.
3.	Bring the water to boil and lower the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes until rhubarb breaks down and turns mushy.
4.	Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth while it's still hot and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
5.	Collect the liquid and discard the solid. Add sugar to taste and stir continuously until fully dissolved.
6.	Add lemon juice and stir again.
7.	Let it cool and transfer to a sterilized bottle to store in the refrigerator.
8.	Serve by adding 1 part cordial to 4-5 parts water or sparkling water and ice as needed.

PROS

This rhubarb cordial is a refreshing and tart summer drink.

The homemade drink can be customized to taste and preference.

CONS

The cordial has a limited shelf life and needs to be stored in the refrigerator.

Making cordial from scratch is a time-consuming process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rhubarb is an excellent source of vitamin K, which plays a vital role in bone health.
It is also rich in fiber, aiding in digestion and keeping you feeling full for longer periods.

	5 lbs rhubarb
	2 tablespoons grated lemon rind
	3 quarts water
	1/3 cup lemon juice
	1 -2 cup sugar ( recipe did not say this is a guess )