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Rhubarb Old-Fashioned

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The Rhubarb Old-Fashioned is a refreshing twist on a classic cocktail, balancing the warmth of bourbon with the tartness of rhubarb. Ideal for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup chopped rhubarb stalk
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce rhubarb simple syrup
  • 24 dashes Angostura bitters (to taste)
  • Additional rhubarb stalk for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine water, sugar, and chopped rhubarb in a small saucepan.
  • Simmer until rhubarb breaks down and mixture reduces by half.
  • Strain syrup and let cool.
  • In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, cooled rhubarb syrup, and bitters.
  • Shake vigorously and strain into a glass filled with ice.
  • Garnish with rhubarb stalk if desired.

Notes

Adjust the amount of rhubarb syrup to customize sweetness.
Consider adding fresh mint for an herbal note.
Chill ingredients for better flavor.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Cocktails
  • Method: Shaken
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 5
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 0
  • Cholesterol: 0