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Strawberry Rhubarb Fizz - A Bright, Bubbly Refreshment

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Strawberries: Fresh is ideal, hulled and sliced (frozen works if thawed).
  • Rhubarb: Fresh stalks, trimmed and chopped into small pieces.
  • Sugar: Granulated sugar for the syrup. Adjust to taste.
  • Water: For simmering the fruit into a syrup.
  • Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed for brightness and balance.
  • Sparkling water or club soda: For that lively fizz. Tonic water works too, but note it’s sweeter.
  • Ice: Cubes or crushed.
  • Optional alcohol: Gin or vodka pairs beautifully with the fruit.
  • Optional garnishes: Fresh strawberry slices, thin rhubarb ribbons, mint leaves, or a lemon wheel.

Method
 

  1. Prep the produce: Hull and slice 2 cups of strawberries. Chop 2 cups of rhubarb into 1/2-inch pieces. Measure 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water.
  2. Make the syrup: Add strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, and water to a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Simmer until soft: Cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the fruit breaks down and the liquid turns rosy and fragrant. Avoid a hard boil to prevent scorching.
  4. Add lemon: Stir in 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  5. Strain: Place a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl or measuring cup. Pour the mixture through, pressing gently to extract the syrup. Don’t push too hard or the syrup may turn cloudy.
  6. Cool completely: Let the syrup come to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Cold syrup blends better with bubbles.
  7. Assemble the fizz: Fill a glass with ice. Add 2–3 tablespoons of the chilled syrup. Top with 6–8 ounces sparkling water or club soda and stir gently.
  8. Make it boozy (optional): For a cocktail, add 1–1.5 ounces gin or vodka before topping with bubbles. Stir softly to combine.
  9. Garnish and serve: Add strawberry slices, a lemon wheel, or a sprig of mint. Serve immediately while it’s nice and fizzy.
  10. Batch option: For a pitcher, combine 1 cup syrup with 4 cups chilled sparkling water and plenty of ice. Add alcohol to the glass, not the pitcher, to keep it flexible.