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Rhubarb and Ginger Gin Recipe

Published on February 2, 2018 by Helen 95 Comments
Last Updated on June 6, 2019

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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 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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4.89 from 26 votes
Infuse gin with rhubarb and ginger for a delicious home made liqueur
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Rhubarb and Ginger Gin
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

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.

Course: Drink, Drinks
Cuisine: British, Drink
Keyword: Drink, Rhubarb, rhubarb and ginger gin, Rhubarb Gin
Servings: 22 20ml shots (450ml total)
Calories: 63 kcal
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
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
  1. Cut the rhubarb into 2 - 3cm lengths.
  2. Place all the ingredients into a Kilner or similar jar, seal and gently swirl.

  3. 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.

  4. Leave for 2-3 weeks (no more than 4) - when ready most of the colour will be lost from the rhubarb.

  5. Strain through a coffee filter, nut milk or jelly bag into clean sterilized bottles.

  6. Wrap the rhubarb into a clean tea towel and give a really good squeeze to extract all of the gin.

Recipe 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
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.

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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
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