Cherry Rhubarb Martini

Cherry Rhubarb Martini
4.5 from 2 ratings
Lighten up a strong martini with some gently sweet fruity syrup and maraschino liqueur.This recipe is courtesy of Emily Wells at Gastronomista.
Servings
1
servings
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 6 -inch stalk of rhubarb, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 ounce vodka, preferably karlsson’s gold
  • 1/4 ounce rhubarb simple syrup
  • 1/4 ounce maraschino, preferably luxardo
  • 6 dashes rhubarb bitters
Directions
  1. Place the sugar, water, and rhubarb into a pan placed over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Let cool, and strain out the rhubarb. Place in a sealed, non-reactive container for up to 1 month.
  2. Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour the syrup, lemon juice, and soda water into it. Stir to combine, and garnish with a maraschino cherry.