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Rhubarb Margarita

Everyone knows that margaritas are the perfect summer cocktail - tart, tangy, and refreshing! But for those looking to mix things up, why not try a rhubarb margarita next time? Infusing rhubarb syrup into the classic tequila-lime combo creates a unique flavor that's unique, tasty, and super fun!
Course Drinks
Keyword margarita, rhubarb
Prep Time 10 minutes
Rhubarb Simple Syrup 30 minutes
Servings 1 servings

Ingredients

Rhubarb Simple Syrup (makes enough for roughly 16 margaritas)

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium lemon, juice and zest about 1/2 tablespoon zest and 3 tablespoons lemon, about--it doesn't have to be exact
  • 1 1/2 pounds rhubarb , roughly chopped
  • juice of half the lemon

Rhubarb Margaritas

  • 1/2 ounce lime juice
  • 1 ounce silver Tequila
  • 1 ounce Triple Sec
  • 2 ounces Rhubarb Simple Syrup

Instructions

Rhubarb Simple Syrup

  • Bring the 2 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water to a gentle boil until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the lemon, vanilla, and rhubarb and bring back to a gentle boil.
  • Cover and remove from heat for 20 minutes.
  • Drain the juice and cool for margarita's!
  • Make Puff Pastry Rhubarb Tartlets with the rhubarb :).

Rhubarb Margaritas

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add Tequila, Triple Sec, lime juice, and rhubarb simple syrup.
  • Shake for 3-5 minutes until very cold.
  • Pour the margarita into a margarita glass lined with sugar.

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Notes

Note: Make up a batch of rhubarb simple syrup and swap it for the simple syrup in my homemade margarita mix. So good!