Rhubarb Collins

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Rhubarb Collins
45 min.
1
546kcal

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Get ready to elevate your cocktail game with a refreshing twist on a classic! The Rhubarb Collins is not just a drink; it’s an experience that tantalizes your taste buds with its bright, tangy flavors and vibrant color. Perfect for those who appreciate a balance of sweetness and tartness, this delightful concoction will transport you to a sunny garden party with every sip.

What makes the Rhubarb Collins truly special is its versatility. It's a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free cocktail option. With rhubarb giving this drink its distinctive hue and a refreshing zing, it's ideal whether you’re sipping solo or impressing guests at a gathering. The combination of gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the homemade rhubarb syrup creates a beautifully balanced flavor profile that's hard to resist.

And the best part? This cocktail is not only a showstopper but also relatively simple to prepare. In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning drink that pairs well with antipasti, starters, or simply as a refreshing snack on a warm day. So grab your shaker and let’s mix up some magic with this Rhubarb Collins—it’s sure to become a staple in your cocktail repertoire!

Ingredients

  • ounces hendrick's gin 
  • ounce juice of lemon 
  • ounce rhubarb trimmed cut into 1/2 -inch pieces ( 3/4 cup total)
  • ounces soda water chilled
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • sieve

Directions

  1. In a small pot, combine the rhubarb and sugar with 3/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to moderately low and simmer until slightly thickened and bright pink in color, about 20 minutes.
  2. Let the syrup cool then pour through a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl. Press down gently and discard the solids. DO AHEAD: The rhubarb simple syrup can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 ounce of the rhubarb simple syrup with the gin and lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until completely mixed, about 20 seconds. Strain into a highball glass and top with Champagne or soda water.

Nutrition Facts

Calories546kcal
Protein1.03%
Fat1.27%
Carbs97.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98.09
Glycemic Load
70.21
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.6817391851674%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.46mg
Epicatechin
0.58mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.68mg
Eriodictyol
1.38mg
Hesperetin
4.1mg
Naringenin
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:546.03kcal
27.3%
Fat:0.61g
0.95%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.45%
Carbohydrates:106.7g
35.57%
Net Carbohydrates:104.58g
38.03%
Sugar:101.76g
113.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:18.29mg
0.8%
Alcohol:18.94g
100%
Alcohol %:6.76%
100%
Protein:1.12g
2.24%
Vitamin K:33.23µg
31.64%
Vitamin C:20.04mg
24.29%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.02%
Calcium:103.06mg
10.31%
Potassium:360.05mg
10.29%
Fiber:2.13g
8.5%
Magnesium:15.88mg
3.97%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.5%
Folate:13.61µg
3.4%
Selenium:1.88µg
2.68%
Copper:0.05mg
2.53%
Vitamin A:117.37IU
2.35%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.32%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.19%
Phosphorus:20.41mg
2.04%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.04%
Iron:0.35mg
1.95%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.87%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.45%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious