Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 1 kg of rhubarb |
 1/2 lemon (zest) |
 300 g of sugar |
 5 liters of water |
Utensils
 Glass bottle |
 Cloth filter |
 Kitchen scale |
 Knife |
 Wooden spoon |
 Fermenter |
 Fermentation container |
Citrus press |
| Bucket |
 Storage bottles |
Step-by-step preparation
Total time: about 4 to 6 weeks
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 4 to 6 weeks (fermentation)
Cooking time: none
STEP 1: Pick fresh rhubarb stalks to ensure a good base of flavor.
STEP 2: Cut these stalks into 2 cm pieces, removing leaves and damaged parts.
STEP 3: In a large pot, cook the pieces of rhubarb with water to create a flavorful syrup.
STEP 4: Strain the mixture to recover only the juice, making sure to eliminate solid residues.
STEP 5: Add the sugar and lemon juice to the rhubarb juice and mix until fully dissolved.
STEP 6: Transfer the mixture to a clean container and sanitize all fermentation equipment.
STEP 7: Allow the mixture to ferment for about 4 to 6 weeks in a cool, dark place.
STEP 8: Once fermentation is complete, bottle the rhubarb wine in clean bottles and label them.
Making homemade rhubarb wine is within everyone’s reach. With simple ingredients like 1 kg of rhubarb, 300 g of sugar, and 5 liters of water, you can whip up a unique and festive drink. Remember that the process starts with the proper preparation: washing, cutting, and creating a flavorful syrup from the rhubarb.
Fermentation, a key step, requires attention and time, but it should be seen as a beautiful experience. Ultimately, the storage of the rhubarb wine in bottles will allow you to enjoy your creation throughout the year. Let yourself be seduced by this artisanal recipe and share it with your loved ones for delightful moments.
