Rhubarb Lemonade

I've made this a lot! Over the years of making it, I've omitted the 3T lemon peel and substituted 1t lemon extract added when I add the lemon juice. By doing this, I can use the mashed rhubarb for any recipe calling for rhubarb compote! Also, I've mixed this syrup with ginger ale to make a refreshing mocktail.

I love this drink! I gave it 4-stars, as written - straining the rhubarb. It became a 5-star drink when I add the strained rhubarb back in the pot and use the immersion blender to mix it all together. It is a nice combination of tart and sweet. Because I tend to like things on the tart side, I will cut the sugar back to 2 1/2 cups, the next time. Luckily, I have access to plenty of rhubarb and use it for MANY recipes, this is definitely one of my favorite uses.

Great way to use all that rhubarb without added a lot to the waistline like the deserts do.