To make this punch, start by making an infused simple syrup made with sugar and water, plus fresh strawberries, fresh raspberries, chopped rhubarb and fresh mint leaves. That’s mixed with a combination of ginger ale, raspberry vodka (for an adults-only beverage), and more fresh berries for a refreshing sip.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cup fresh sliced strawberries
- 1½ cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup chopped rhubarb
- handful of fresh mint
- 2½ cups ginger ale
- 1 cup raspberry vodka
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
- 6-inch rhubarb stalks, for serving
- fresh mint leaves, for serving
Preparation
For the simple syrup:
In a medium-sized pot set over medium-high heat, add the water, sugar, strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb and mint and stir to combine, allowing the sugar to dissolve. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower heat to medium and continue to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Turn off the heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve set over a glass bowl. Cool the syrup to room temperature.
For the punch:
In a large pitcher, add the simple syrup, ginger ale, vodka, raspberries and strawberries. Stir to combine.
To serve, fill a double old-fashioned glass with ice, a stalk of rhuarb and fresh pint. Pour the punch over ice and drink immediately.