Description
A bright and bubbly strawberry rhubarb punch using homemade rhubarb syrup, strawberry lemonade, and sparkling water. This non-alcoholic mocktail is perfect for brunch or parties.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups chilled strawberry lemonade
- 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
- 1 cup rhubarb syrup
- ½ cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced into wheels
- Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
- Ice cubes or frozen lemonade ice rings
Instructions
- Combine rhubarb, water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until the rhubarb breaks down and the syrup turns pink.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve, discarding solids. Cool the syrup completely.
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine strawberry lemonade, sparkling water, and rhubarb syrup. Stir well.
- Add fresh strawberries, lemon slices, and mint sprigs to the pitcher.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
- Serve the punch over ice or with a frozen lemonade ice ring.
Notes
- Save leftover rhubarb syrup for drizzling over desserts or mixing with sparkling water for a quick drink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop and Mixing
- Cuisine: American