Rhubarb & strawberry vodka

• forced rhubarb↗400g g

  (the pale pink, thin‑stalked kind), cut into short lengths

• strawberries

  halved

• caster sugar↗300g g
• fresh ginger2

  thin slices

• vodka↗1l l

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Put all the ingredients in a large Kilner jar and shake well to dissolve the sugar. Leave in a cool place and shake 2-3 times a week for 3-4 weeks until the liquid is a rich pink colour.

2. 2

   Set a large sieve over a large bowl and line the sieve with muslin. Strain the vodka though the sieve, then transfer to a jug and pour carefully into clean, dry bottles. Seal and label the bottles. The vodka is now ready to drink, or will keep in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Serve over ice or neat in chilled shot glasses, or make into a long drink topped with soda or fizz, adding half a strawberry just before serving.