Easy Rhubarb Tonic

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 cups sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Combine the rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and ginger in a medium saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is softened, about 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
5. Add the sparkling water and stir to combine.
6. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Interesting Facts

• Rhubarb is a type of vegetable, but it is commonly used in desserts because of its sweet-tart flavor.
• Rhubarb is rich in vitamin C, calcium, and dietary fiber.
• Rhubarb is native to Siberia, but it is now grown around the world.