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Rhubarb and Ginger Gin Recipe

Published on February 2, 2018 by Helen 98 Comments
Last Updated on May 20, 2020

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Two glasses containing pink rhubarb and ginger gin, ice cubes and a sprig of resemary. In the backbround there is a wooden chopping board with chopped rhubarb and some more rosemary. Text overlay reading Rhubarb and ginger gin

Enjoy this fruity rhubarb and ginger gin on its own, or mixed as a long drink. A deliciously different tipple that’s easy to make and easier to enjoy. 

Stronger, cheaper and far better tasting than buying a ready made – what is not to love? 

The perfect home made cocktail base - rhubarb and ginger infused gin

Table of Contents

  • Rhubarb and Ginger Gin Cocktail
  • How Do I Make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?
  • How long can I keep Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?
  • How do I make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin out of season?
  • What gin do I use to make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?
  • How do I serve Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?
  • How can I add a twist to this Rhubarb and ginger Gin?
  • How do I make more or less Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?
  • Rhubarb and Ginger Gin
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

Rhubarb and Ginger Gin Cocktail

Home made infusions are a delicious way of mixing it up when it comes to drinks. This rhubarb and ginger gin is the perfect example: simple to make, delicious, and so versatile. It’s a great change from, but as easy to make as the better-known sloe gin.

We were inspired to make this having been given a bottle of rhubarb and ginger gin at Christmas, I think that ours is far superior, fresher and far more natural tasting, as well as far cheaper to make.

How Do I Make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?

The technique is the same as sloe gin: slice the fruit and put it in a suitable jar or bottle, add sugar and let time do its magic.

Tasty blushing red rhubarb.

Step one – Wash and chop up your rhubarb  – you want to use the pinkest rhubarb you can find as the finished drink will be so much prettier.

Step Two – put the rhubarb, sliced ginger (no need to peel) and sugar into a preserving jar, top up with the gin, give a good shake.

A jar of gin infusing with rhubarb and ginger. A delicious home made liqueur!

Step Three – Shake twice a day for a few days until all the sugar has dissolved then pop it in a dark cupboard for a few weeks to mature.

It will be ready after 3-4 weeks. the sugar would have dissolved, the gin will be a pretty pink colour and the rhubarb would have shrunk to about half of its original volume.  Do not let it macerate for months as it loses that lovely fresh rhubarb flavour with time.

Step Four – Strain into clean bottle through a cheese cloth or coffee filter.   Transfer the rhubarb to a jelly bag or wrap in a clean tea towel, and make sure you squeeze out all the liquid. The fruit absorbs a lot of liquid, and there’s no point letting any go to waste!

Delicious home made rhubarb and ginger gin.

How long can I keep Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?

It’s’ best drunk before about four weeks after making it. Longer than that and the flavours fade.

How do I make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin out of season?

No fresh rhubarb in the shops? No problem – just substitute frozen rhubarb.

What gin do I use to make Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?

A mid range supermarket own brand – not the cheapest but not the most expensive.

Alternatively if you are not a gin drinker then use a similar quality of vodka to make rhubarb and ginger vodka!

How do I serve Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?

However takes your fancy! But here are a few ideas:

  • As it is – in a shot glass – either chilled in the summer or at room temperature in the winter
  • Over ice with a piece of rhubarb and some herbs – we like rosemary, basil or mint
  • As a rhubarb and ginger gin Kir – pour a shot into a glass and top up with champagne or prosecco

How can I add a twist to this Rhubarb and ginger Gin?

Use your imagination! Try adding or substituting some of the below

  • Thai ginger for the regular ginger
  • A strip of orange zest
  • A star anise
  • Even a little vanilla

How do I make more or less Rhubarb and Ginger Gin?

Simple – here are the easy to remember ratios by weight

  • 1 part of rhubarb
  • 0.4 parts of sugar
  • 0.8 parts of gin
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Rhubarb and Ginger Gin

Enjoy this fruity rhubarb and ginger gin on its own, or mixed as a long drink. A deliciously different tipple that's easy to make and easier to enjoy.
Servings: 22 20ml shots (450ml total)
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins

Ingredients

  • 340 g rhubarb stalks ((as pink as you can find, trim the ends and leaves and discard))
  • 140 g white caster sugar
  • 270 ml gin
  • 2 slices fresh ginger

Instructions

  • Cut the rhubarb into 2 - 3cm lengths.
  • Place all the ingredients into a Kilner or similar jar, seal and gently swirl.
  • Place in a dark cupboard, giving a gentle shake everyday until the sugar is dissolved.    Taste to test for sweetness and add a little more sugar as needed.
  • Leave for 2-3 weeks (no more than 4) - when ready most of the colour will be lost from the rhubarb.
  • Strain through a coffee filter, nut milk or jelly bag into clean sterilized bottles.
  • Wrap the rhubarb into a clean tea towel and give a really good squeeze to extract all of the gin.

Notes

  • Use within 4 weeks of making, and keep the gin in the fridge. Longer than that and the flavours fade.
  • Use a mid range supermarket own gin, not the cheapest and not the most expensive.
  • You can use vodka in place of the gin.
  • Mix up the flavours by adding some orange zest, or a star anise.
  • Filtering through a coffee filter will give the clearest results but it takes ages to drip through - you will need to leave it overnight.
  • Limit to 2 drinks to stay paleo
  • Look for gins not made with wheat to make it gluten free
  • This drink is 3 Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Rhubarb and Ginger Gin
Amount Per Serving
Calories 63
% Daily Value*
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 80mg2%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Sugar 6g7%
Vitamin A 15IU0%
Vitamin C 1.7mg2%
Calcium 15mg2%
Iron 0.1mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Drink, Drinks
Cuisine: British, Drink
Keyword: Drink, Rhubarb, rhubarb and ginger gin, Rhubarb Gin
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Or more fruity tipples try my Black Pepper and Strawberry Gin, my elderflower vodka or this Gin & Melon Sushie

Two beautiful photos of a pretty pink rhubarb and ginger gin cocktail made with homemade rhubarb and ginger infused gin.

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  1. Charli

    5 stars
    I plan on grown rhubarb this year so I’m going to have to try making this!
    C x

    Reply
    • Helen

      you will not regret it – it is SO delicious.

      Reply
  2. Kara

    I am a big gin lover so definitely going to try this

    Reply
    • Helen

      So delicious Kara, lovely flavour.

      Reply
  3. Melanie williams

    This looks so fresh and tasty – the Rhubarb pink colour looks so pretty :) x

    Reply
    • Helen

      Pretty drinks always help, and tastes fabulous.

      Reply
  4. Nina

    This sounds like something I could make for my mum as a treat! I love the colour of it too it’s so pretty! I’m not one for experimenting with alcohol but this combination of flavours sounds fantastic and the photos make it so clear and easy to follow!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Would be a lovely treat for your Mother, perhaps something for Mothering Sunday.

      Reply
  5. Lynne Harper

    Im a huge gin fan so this is right up my street. I also love rhubarb so a great combo for me

    Reply
    • Helen

      Loving gin and rhubarb, I think you’ll love this Lynne.

      Reply
  6. Sarah Bailey

    I would never have thought of using rhubarb in gin. I have to admit we should have a rhubarb patch in our garden, if it does grow I might have to give making this a try.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Once rhubarb starts to grow, it tends to grow well. Hopefully you’ll have a successful harvest and be able to give this a try.

      Reply
  7. Yeah Lifestyle

    5 stars
    Oh my, this sounds amazing! I am sure it tastes really good as well. Can’t believe how versatile Rhubarb is

    Reply
    • Helen

      The flavour is delicious.

      Reply
  8. Rachel Evans

    My friends and family LOVE gin, so this would be perfect for me to make as a present :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      It would make a lovely present for any gin lovers.

      Reply
  9. Kirsty

    My mum used to grow rhubarb so this found have been the perfect recipe for her. I might take out the gin though as I’m not a drinker

    Reply
    • Helen

      Perhaps a nice present for your Mother for Mothering Sunday.

      Reply
  10. Laura Dove

    5 stars
    Ooh I love gin and this sounds great! Its also so pretty which is always a bonus from a bloggers point of view!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Ha ha! Pretty always helps!

      Reply
  11. Nayna Kanabar

    5 stars
    My friend is a gin addict, I am going to make this for her to gift on her birthday.I am sure she will be thrilled. Its such a fab idea.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Hope she enjoys it – it is so good!

      Reply
  12. Helen

    5 stars
    Oh yum! I’ve made my own raspberry gin before but never thought to try other flavours. I do love rhubarb and grow it in the garden so will definitely be trying this myself.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Raspberry gin sounds amazing!

      Reply
  13. Lauretta at Home and Horizon

    I think I can try making this for my friends who likes gin. It looks easy to make.

    Reply
  14. Helen at Casa Costello

    I’m looking forward to our neighbours donating their rhubarb once again this year so we can make our gin again. Never thought to add ginger to it so thanks for the tip.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Rhubarb and ginger go so well together.

      Reply
  15. Whitney Loren

    Oh these look so nice! I’ve recently become a love of gin but never tried rhubarb and ginger gin! They look so pretty too so look super photogenic ha! I will have to try these out when I have a girls night soon! X

    Reply
    • Helen

      Pretty pink gin, perfect for a girls night in.

      Reply
  16. Georgie | The Home Cook's Kitchen

    5 stars
    Love rhubarb! this cocktail looks amazing!! and so pretty :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      We adore this, and also so quick and easy to make.

      Reply
  17. Charli Bruce

    5 stars
    I’m not a gin fan but I do love a vodka now and again, so I’m glad this recipe can be altered to do it with that x

    Reply
    • Helen

      you could also use the french alcohol for fruits too

      Reply
  18. Demeter

    Simple, delicious, and versatile? Now that’s what I call a great infusion! :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      So easy to make, and so delicious.

      Reply
  19. Danielle

    I don’t drink, but I’m guessing this would probably be delicious in a non-alcoholic drink as well. I love the flavors!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Absolutely. Mix rhubarb, ginger and the sugar and leave in a jar for 48 hours giving it a good stir form time to time. The sugar will draw enough water out to use as the base of a cordial.

      Reply
  20. Jyothi

    What a great fusion drink, and that pretty pink color is so attractive! Love it

    Reply
    • Helen

      Pretty and tastes so good.

      Reply
  21. Sonal

    5 stars
    My first reaction was OMG ? what a pretty color!!loved this cocktail! Will be trying it soon.

    Reply
    • Helen

      It really does taste as good as it looks.

      Reply
  22. Julia

    Wow! I love the color and what a great idea infusing gin with rhubarb! Thanks for the inspiration :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      Rhubarb is such a great flavour to use.

      Reply
  23. [email protected]

    5 stars
    Making this for my gin and rhubard-mad MIL. She’ll be chuffed to bits. Gorgeous images!

    Reply
  24. Clare

    5 stars
    Just made my second batch of this – thank you for the recipe – it is SO much nicer than all the store bought ones.

    Reply
    • Helen

      we are addicted to it too!

      Reply
  25. Jane P

    5 stars
    I love this recipe – going to make it for Christmas presents with my own home grown rhubarb!

    Reply
    • Helen

      That’s a great idea!

      Reply
  26. Adam

    4 stars
    I love this, we’ve been making prosecco cocktails with this – so so good!

    Reply
    • Helen

      it is amazing with fizz!

      Reply
  27. Peter D

    5 stars
    I made a batch of this for my girlfriend who loved it. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Helen

      So glad she enjoyed it!

      Reply
  28. Fee

    5 stars
    This sounds simply gorgeous. I love the colour.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Such a pretty drink.

      Reply
  29. Steph R

    5 stars
    I can imagine sitting in the garden this summer enjoying a glass of this. Bring on the sun!

    Reply
    • Helen

      It would be lovely to be able to sit out in the garden with a refreshing gin.

      Reply
  30. Jane

    5 stars
    What a great idea for using rhubarb. I have an unruly patch in my garden and there are only so many crumbles and pies you can make with it. Going to give it a try.

    Reply
    • Helen

      It is a great use for your rhubarb.

      Reply
  31. Anthony

    4 stars
    my wife loves flavoured gin, going to have to try this out with the expert taste tester herself.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I hope she enjoys it.

      Reply
  32. Emma Taylor

    5 stars
    Last year I tried out fruit vodka. It was so nice. Going to have to try out gin now, this sounds delicious.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Fruit infused drinks are so lovely.

      Reply
  33. Sally

    Just got some homegrown Rhubarb so about to try this recipe- can’t wait!

    Reply
  34. Bryan B

    5 stars
    We have rhubarb in our garden, never really know what to do with it. Now I do!

    Reply
  35. Jill Ellis

    5 stars
    Flavoured gin is such a pleasant drink, and I imagine this is really enjoyable. Perfect for summer.

    Reply
  36. Lottie

    5 stars
    I actually tried making this and it turned out perfectly. The colour really is amazing.

    Reply
  37. Steven

    4 stars
    I’ve only ever tried manufactured flavoured gin, and found it rather sweet. I like the idea of making your own, much nicer I’m sure.

    Reply
  38. Patsy

    5 stars
    Rhubarb and ginger are such a classic flavour, great idea to add to your gin. I’ll be sure to make some of this.

    Reply
  39. Jenny

    I’m on my third batch already this year! I love this recipe, thank you. I reuse the rhubarb when finished by making rhubarb jam with it, just adding more fresh rhubarb and sugar. Delicious!

    Reply
  40. Mike Jackson

    We have just bottled a litre of rhubarb and ginger gin as per your recipe.
    It tastes really good.
    Mybe our imagination but it appears “Stronger” than we expected. Purely by effect!
    How can we check the alcohol level?

    Obviously the spirit alcohol meter we have doesn’t work.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Hi Mike, I actually don’t know. If you assume that none evaporated then you can go a quick volume calculation.

      I’m so glad you are enjoying it – I need to make another batch very soon.

      Reply
  41. Ellen

    Hi there,
    Is 270ml of gin correct? It seems very little as most recipes call for 750ml. Just wondering!
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Helen

      It is. the final tipple is far stronger and far nicer.

      Reply
  42. Dawn Lancaster

    Got the Black pepper & Strawberry on the go, rhubarb & ginger next! Can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Hope you like them Dawn!

      Reply
  43. Chrissy

    Lovely recipe, but just to clarify that any spirit, as long as it has been distilled, (even if derived from wheat) is gluten free and is suitable for coeliacs.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks for the clairfication Chrissy, I know that one of my GF friends is very cautious about spirits which is why we added that.

      Reply
  44. Janette Killington

    Hi I like the sound of your gin recipe with rhubarb and ginger, and will have a go at making it. Please could you let me know what size Kilmer jar you will need
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Helen

      I think I used a litre jar.

      Reply
  45. Kristina

    This looks great! I’m just wondering how long the gin would keep after pouring it into the bottles?

    Reply
    • Helen

      a good few months, although we tend to drink it immediately!

      Reply
  46. Debbie

    5 stars
    Hi,
    The gin tastes wonderful. I couldn’t wait for the coffee filter thing – opting for the
    ‘it’s-more-rustic-if-cloudy’ look!

    Living in the Middle East, its hard to find rhubarb. I brought it in from UK.
    I’d hate to waste the fruit so am going to try a boozy rhubarb crumble. I wonder if it’ll work.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I round the rhubarb rather hard and tasteless after its spell in the gin – but I’d be interested to see if it works.

      Reply
      • Debbie

        Hi
        It worked well. I added less sugar to the crumble as it already had so much sugar.
        It was fun to have the surprise of the zing from the gin every now and then.
        It was good not to waste precious rhubarb.

        Making more fun tomorrow but with less sugar as it was quite sweet, but oh so refreshing and pretty too.

        Reply
  47. Jane Mitchell

    Hi can you tell me after the gin is made ginger/rhubarb strawberry/ black pepper how long can I leave it before drinking? Does it have a shelf life ?
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Helen

      Hi Jane, I wouldn’t keep the rhubarb for longer than about 4 weeks – it is probably better in the fridge too as it does fade.

      Reply
  48. Fran Hesse

    5 stars
    Lovely recipe looks great and tastes amazing!
    Made for Christmas hampers and everyone loves it :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      So pleased. I love this rhubarb gin!

      Reply
  49. Clare S

    I’ve just made this for my 50th next month but only had a bottle of vodka so fingers crossed! (I think it’ll be fab!)

    Reply
    • Helen

      I’m sure it will be lovely!

      Reply
  50. Faith

    Can you use pink gin? Also, two slices of ginger? That’s not a lot. Can you actually taste the ginger with this amount?

    Reply
    • Helen

      I think it would be lovely with pink gin! the alcohol does a very good job of extracting the ginger flavour – but absolutely add more if you want it to be gingerier.

      Reply
  51. Lynda Lane

    5 stars
    The rhubarb in our garden is so often wasted, so will be trying your recipe this year. At least this year it will not be wasted!

    Reply
  52. Robert Edmondson

    Can you use golden castor sugar instead of white in the rhubarb and ginger gin recipe?

    Reply
    • Helen

      You can, but it might make the end drink a different colour and less clear.

      Reply
  53. Michael Dearnley

    Hi, just about to give your recipe a go for Christmas, but wondered if there is any use that the used fruit can be put to after using it to make the gin.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I generally throw it away as it is pretty tasteless and also I find that it goes crunchy after its long soak in the gin,

      Reply
  54. Nik

    5 stars
    This souds lovely – I’m going to try it. Did you know that all Vodka and Gin are Gluten Free – the distillation process removes all the gluten proteins. So yes all wheat based Gin andVodka are gluten free !

    Reply

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