Homemade Rhubarb & Thyme Vodka

There’s a quiet kind of alchemy in the kitchen when spring’s first blush of rhubarb meets the green, grounding scent of fresh thyme. This homemade infusion captures that fleeting magic — a spirit kissed with tartness and softened by the whisper of wild herbs, bottled like a memory you can pour.

The pale pink hue deepens as the days pass, and the flavours weave together — sharp, sweet, and just a little wild. Sip it slowly over ice on a warm evening, top it with tonic and a twist of lemon for a garden party in a glass, or stir it into sparkling wine for a delicate, aromatic spritz. However you serve it, this rhubarb and thyme vodka carries the essence of the seasons turning, a celebration of nature’s quiet luxuries.

That blush of pink is enough to bring a smile to anyone’s lips, sweet, tart and feminine, the ultimate sip.

Paired with simple tonic or sparkling wine, this vodka is the only way to enjoy summer al fresco

Make an extra batch to gift to friends, the perfect way to say ‘I love you’

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Author: Suze Morrison

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Homemade Rhubarb, Thyme & Cherry Blossom Vodka

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

There’s a quiet kind of alchemy in the kitchen when spring’s first blush of rhubarb meets the green, grounding scent of fresh thyme. This homemade infusion captures that fleeting magic — a spirit kissed with tartness and softened by the whisper of wild herbs, bottled like a memory you can pour.

The pale pink hue deepens as the days pass, and the flavours weave together — sharp, sweet, and just a little wild. Sip it slowly over ice on a warm evening, top it with tonic and a twist of lemon for a garden party in a glass, or stir it into sparkling wine for a delicate, aromatic spritz. However you serve it, this rhubarb and thyme vodka carries the essence of the seasons turning, a celebration of nature’s quiet luxuries.

A little patience, a little wonder — and you’ll have a bottle full of soft, blushing magic.

Ingredients

• 600g Fresh Rhubarb
• 250g Caster Sugar
• 700ml Vodka
• 1 Vanilla Pod, split and seeds scraped
• 10 Long sprigs thyme
• Handful Cherry Blossoms, shaken free of bugs

Instructions

1. Cut the rhubarb into lengths 2-3cm long. Add to a sterile mason jar that can hold 1 litre. Add in the thyme, vanilla, seeds, cherry blossoms and sugar and pour over the vodka. Seal the jar and shake well.
2. Leave in a cool, dark place, inverting the jar for 4-6 weeks. The longer you leave it, the more intense the thyme will be so taste it after 4 weeks to see if it is to your liking.
3. Once ready, strain and keep the rhubarb for a punchy poach! Serve the vodka neat over ice or with a mixer of your choice, it is wonderful served with a rosé sparkling wine.

https://gourmetglow.co.uk/recipes/rhubarb-thyme-cherry-blossom-vodka

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