a hot summer day calls out
for a patch of shade
a cold glass in your hand
beads of moisture on the outside
tinkling ice
the sweet-tart surprise of rhubarb syrup
in still or sparkling water
ahhh simplicity . . . refresh and relax
When you’re looking for ways to use up the rhubarb that’s flourishing in the patch right now or available in abundance at the market, don’t forget about making rhubarb simple syrup. You can use it to flavour cocktails, or simply a glass of water when you crave hydration with a twist. Sparkling water and a slice of lime would turn this simple beverage into a festive libation to enjoy on the patio with friends.
Rhubarb syrup keeps in the fridge for about three weeks, but you could also can it in small jars for use throughout the year. Just check online for recipes suitable for canning. Wouldn’t it be blissful to be able to open a jar and enjoy this drink when the dog days of August arrive?
Very nice poem
Thank you, Lety. I’m not exactly a poet, but I do try to wax lyrical in my Simple Pleasures posts.
Love rhubarb crumble. It would make a nice change from lemonade. Where’s the recipe?
It’s right here on the blog! 😄 There are a couple of recipes for rhubarb strawberry crisp. You could always replace the strawberries with more rhubarb and perhaps add a bit more sugar. Enjoy!
wow ..sounds delicious….
That’s great to hear, Suzanne!
How lovely is this!? Of course it helps that it’s pink, my favorite colour:) I would love to make this, do you think it would freeze well (just trying to avoid the whole canning thing). xx
I don’t see why you couldn’t freeze it, Barb. It would be brilliant to freeze it in ice cube trays and then store in freezer bags to thaw for drinks or even to use as an ice cube. Always something to think about! It’s so pretty, especially when you find that gorgeous crimson rhubarb, that it’s worth trying to preserve one way or another!
hmmm something i’ve never thought of doing. but it makes perfect sense!!! and you can make it alcoholic with prosecco! or vodka!!! I’m making some now!!!
Ooh, prosecco – I must try the rhubarb syrup with that! I also have a couple of rhubarb syrup and gin cocktails on the blog — just sayin’ 😊
Mmm – this sounds (and looks!) beautiful! I love rhubarb but have never had it in drink form. I bet this would be really refreshing.
It’s quite refreshing, Colleen. I keep recipes like this fairly tart — you can always adjust the sugar at time of use.
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