Look, it’s never going to taste as wonderful as the rare and craft gins we send Craft Gin Club members each month, but hey, it’s east and fun to make, and looks super-pretty! Yes, it's the vegetable that is also a fruit and can be eaten all year round: rhubarb. Combine it with your favourite gin and hey presto, you have your own pink gin! It even goes towards your 5-a-day… Ok, that bit’s not strictly true. But it really is very easy to make, and yummy. Here’s how to make your own pink rhubarb gin at home.

Home-made Pink Rhubarb Gin

(makes 2 litres)

1kg rhubarb stalks
400g caster sugar
800ml of your favourite gin

Wash and trim the stalks to get rid of the base and any leaves.

Cut the stalks into roughly 3cm lengths and put them in a large jar with sugar.

Give the rhubarb and sugar a good shake, seal the lid tightly and leave overnight.

After 24 hrs, add your favourite gin, seal the jar back up and give it another good old shake.

Leave in a cool dry place for about 4 weeks and give it a try!

If you want your pink gin to be nice and clear, strain the liquor through a muslin cloth over a funnel, or laddle straight into your glasses for more of a rustic look.

Serve with a sprig of mint and your favourite tonic, or try it in a delicious spring gin cocktail!

Can’t wait for your Rhubarb gin to be made? Why not try one of the delicious Rhubarb infused craft gins on our shop!