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Rhubarb Schnapps Recipe

Infuse the vibrant tartness of rhubarb into a smooth, delicious schnapps with this easy recipe, adapted from Nigella Lawson's "How to Be a Domestic Goddess." Perfect for gifting or enjoying a sophisticated taste of summer any time of year. This simple process requires minimal effort but yields a remarkably flavorful homemade liqueur.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 3439.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Rhubarb Schnapps

  • 1 lb rhubarb, trimmed and chopped
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 ½ cups vodka (80 proof recommended)

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How to Make Rhubarb Schnapps

  1. Wash and trim 1 lb of rhubarb. Chop the rhubarb into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Sterilize two 1-liter jars. Divide the chopped rhubarb evenly between the two jars.
  3. Add ¾ cup granulated sugar to each jar.
  4. Secure the lids tightly on both jars and shake vigorously to distribute the sugar.
  5. Carefully open the jars and pour 2 ¼ cups of vodka into each jar, ensuring all rhubarb is submerged.
  6. Close the lids tightly. Store the jars in a cool, dark place for at least 6 weeks, or up to 6 months for a more intense flavor.
  7. Gently shake the jars daily or every other day for the first month to help the infusion process.
  8. After the recommended infusion time, carefully strain the schnapps through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth lined funnel into a clean pitcher or container to remove the rhubarb solids.
  9. Transfer the strained schnapps into clean bottles. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

1223g

Fat

1g

Carbs

108g

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