Rhubarb Punch Recipe
Overview:
This refreshing Rhubarb Punch, with its delightful pink hue, is a perfect addition to any gathering, whether it’s a casual weeknight get-together or a festive June wedding celebration. Bursting with the tangy sweetness of rhubarb, complemented by the tropical flavors of pineapple and the fizziness of ginger ale, this punch is sure to be a hit with guests of all ages. Plus, you can easily prepare it ahead of time, freezing the juice for up to three months, making party planning a breeze.
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 1 gallon
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rhubarb |
| 1 | Water |
| 3 | Sugar |
| 2 | Water |
| 6 | Lemon |
| 1 | Pineapple |
| 1 | Ginger ale |
Instructions:
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Prepare Rhubarb Juice:
- Cut the rhubarb into 1-inch pieces.
- Place the rhubarb pieces in a saucepan and barely cover them with water.
- Cook the rhubarb over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, or until soft.
- Drain the cooked rhubarb through a sieve lined with cheesecloth to extract the juice. You should have approximately 3 quarts of juice.
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Optional Step for Make-Ahead:
- If you’re preparing the punch ahead of time, the rhubarb juice can be frozen in ziplock bags for up to 3 months.
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Prepare Sugar Syrup:
- In a separate saucepan, dissolve the sugar in 2 cups of water.
- Cook the sugar mixture over medium heat for 10 minutes or until a syrup forms.
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Combine Juices:
- In a large punch bowl, combine the lemon juice, pineapple juice, and the prepared rhubarb juice with the sugar syrup.
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Freeze Fruit Cubes:
- Pour 1 quart of the prepared punch into ice cube trays and freeze until solid, which typically takes a couple of days.
- Once frozen, remove the fruit cubes from the trays and transfer them to ziplock bags. Store them in the freezer until serving time.
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Assemble the Punch:
- Prior to serving, place the fruit cubes in the punch bowl.
- Slowly pour in the remaining quart of ginger ale over the fruit cubes to add effervescence to the punch.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
- Ladle the chilled Rhubarb Punch into glasses and garnish with additional fruit, if desired.
- Sip and savor the refreshing taste of this delightful beverage, perfect for any occasion.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 123.3
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 5.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 30.1g
- Protein Content: 0.3g
Keywords:
Beverages, Punch, Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Less than 4 Hours
