The Rhube is an absolutely amazing cocktail that features XUXU Strawberry Liqueur and a splash of fresh rhubarb soda. This drink was created by Allen Katz, Director of Mixology and Education of Southern Wine & Spirits and host of Martha Stewart Living Radio's show, "Cocktail Hour." The subtle flavor of fresh rhubarb mixed with strawberries makes The Rhube perfect for any spring or summer party.
If you want to skip the homemade rhubarb soda, Katz suggests that the bottled rhubarb or fruit sodas (ie. Izzie's) available will make a sufficient substitute.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz XUXU Strawberry Liqueur
- 1 oz Gran Centenario Reposado Tequila
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- fanned strawberry for garnish
- For Rhubarb Soda
- 6 cups chopped rhubarb stalks
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- club soda
Preparation:
- Shake the liquors, lime juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Top with a splash of house-made rhubarb soda (recipe below).
- Garnish with a fanned strawberry.
Rhubarb Soda:
- To make rhubarb syrup, combine 6 cups chopped rhubarb stalks with 1 ½ cups of sugar and 1 cup of water.
- Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Strain the syrup and refrigerate (for up to one week). Makes 20 oz.
- Combine equal parts rhubarb syrup with chilled club soda for Rhubarb Soda.
