If you're a gin lover, then you'll definitely want to try this delicious rhubarb gin recipe from River Cottage. It's a simple recipe that will take you less than 30 minutes to make, and it's a perfect way to use up any excess rhubarb you might have in your garden. Plus, it's a great way to enjoy the taste of summer all year round.
Ingredients
To make River Cottage rhubarb gin, you'll need the following ingredients:
500g rhubarb
250g caster sugar
1 litre gin
Rhubarb
The first ingredient you'll need is rhubarb. You can use either pink or green rhubarb for this recipe, but make sure it's fresh and not woody. If you're not sure how to pick the best rhubarb, look for stems that are firm, straight, and have a good colour.
Caster Sugar
Caster sugar is used to sweeten the gin and bring out the flavour of the rhubarb. You can use regular sugar if you don't have caster sugar, but it might take longer to dissolve.
Gin
Finally, you'll need a good quality gin. You don't have to use an expensive gin for this recipe, but make sure it's a gin you enjoy drinking on its own.
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients, it's time to make the River Cottage rhubarb gin.
Step 1: Wash the rhubarb
The first step is to wash the rhubarb thoroughly. Cut off the ends and discard them.
Step 2: Cut the rhubarb
Cut the rhubarb into small pieces and place them in a large glass jar.
Step 3: Add the sugar
Next, add the caster sugar to the jar.
Step 4: Pour in the gin
Finally, pour the gin over the rhubarb and sugar mixture. Give it a good stir to make sure everything is well combined.
Step 5: Store the gin
Store the gin in a cool, dark place for at least 4 weeks. Make sure to shake the jar every few days to help the flavours infuse.
Step 6: Strain the gin
After 4 weeks, strain the gin through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bottle. You can discard the rhubarb or use it in a dessert.
Step 7: Enjoy!
Your River Cottage rhubarb gin is now ready to drink. Enjoy it on its own over ice or use it in your favourite gin cocktail.
Nutrition
One serving of River Cottage rhubarb gin contains:
Calories: 110
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fat: 0g
Protein: 0g
Sugar: 12g
Calories
River Cottage rhubarb gin is a relatively low-calorie drink, with just 110 calories per serving.
Carbohydrates
Each serving contains 12g of carbohydrates, which come from the sugar in the recipe.
Fat
There is no fat in River Cottage rhubarb gin.
Protein
There is no protein in River Cottage rhubarb gin.
Sugar
Each serving contains 12g of sugar, which comes from the caster sugar used in the recipe. If you're watching your sugar intake, you can use a sugar substitute instead.
