Rhubarb Punch

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A refreshing, tart, and sweet citrus-infused punch perfect for summer gatherings.
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This Rhubarb Punch is a vibrant, refreshing beverage that balances the natural tartness of rhubarb with the bright zing of orange and lemon juice. The slow straining process creates a silky smooth syrup that captures the essence of the fruit without any fibrous texture. Lightly carbonated with soda water just before serving, it offers a crisp, effervescent finish that is both elegant and approachable. This punch is ideal for spring picnics, summer barbecues, or as a sophisticated non-alcoholic option for holiday brunches. It’s simple to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld and chill, making it the perfect make-ahead drink for entertaining guests who appreciate fresh, seasonal flavors.

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Rhubarb Punch

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 174.2

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This Rhubarb Punch is a vibrant, refreshing beverage that balances the natural tartness of rhubarb with the bright zing of orange and lemon juice. The slow straining process creates a silky smooth syrup that captures the essence of the fruit without any fibrous texture. Lightly carbonated with soda water just before serving, it offers a crisp, effervescent finish that is both elegant and approachable. This punch is ideal for spring picnics, summer barbecues, or as a sophisticated non-alcoholic option for holiday brunches. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld and chill, making it the perfect make-ahead drink for entertaining guests who appreciate fresh, seasonal flavors.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine chopped rhubarb and 4 cups of water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the rhubarb is softened.
  4. Line a sieve with cheesecloth and set it over a large bowl.
  5. Pour the rhubarb mixture into the sieve and strain for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator, to extract the juice.
  6. Discard the solid pulp.
  7. Stir sugar, fresh orange juice, and lemon juice into the strained rhubarb juice until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a pitcher and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
  9. Just before serving, stir in the soda water.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 174.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g15%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 45.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: rhubarb, punch, drink, citrus, orange, lemon, soda water, summer, refreshing, vegan, gluten-free, party drink, homemade, syrup, strained, chilled, spring, entertaining, non-alcoholic, fruit juice
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