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!
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!