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Recipe for: Asparagus and Sorrel Cocktail with Lime Tonic

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A refreshing spring cocktail that combines green asparagus and tangy sorrel with fresh lime tonic and delicate rhubarb syrup. This light drink has a distinct green color, with the herbal aroma of sorrel and a hint of asparagus, highlighted by the bubbles of tonic and the citrus freshness of lime. Great as an aperitif before lunch, a complement to a spring picnic, or served on the terrace during warm days. The cocktail maintains its freshness and lightness, while the rhubarb syrup adds a pleasant acidity, balancing the natural bitterness of sorrel. Serve chilled, with ice cubes and a mint leaf as a garnish.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
4
  • Asparagus 300 g
  • Sorrel 60 g
  • Lime 3 szt. (~150 g)
  • Tonic 600 g
  • Rhubarb 150 g
  • Sugar 60 g
  • Water 150 ml
  • Ice 400 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Honey 60 ml
  • Salt 1 g
  • Mint 10 g
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Preparation steps

Rhubarb syrup

1

Prepare rhubarb syrup: wash and dry the rhubarb, trim the woody ends, and cut the stalks into thin slices (about 5 mm). In a medium pot, place the chopped rhubarb, add sugar and 100 ml of water. Heat over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon every 1-2 minutes, until the rhubarb softens and the sugar dissolves. If you are using honey instead of sugar, add the honey only after removing from heat (to preserve the aroma).

Ingredients: Rhubarb, Sugar, Water, Honey
Use a pot with a diameter of 18-20 cm with a thick bottom to prevent the syrup from burning. If the syrup is too thick after cooling, add 1-2 tablespoons of water. If the rhubarb has not softened after 10 minutes, continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
2

Strain the hot syrup through a fine sieve into a bowl or pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract the juice. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes. It should be liquid and aromatic, without large pieces of fruit.

Ingredients: Rhubarb
Use a metal strainer with fine mesh and a wide-bottomed bowl. If you want a clearer syrup, strain it additionally through cheesecloth. The syrup can be prepared a day in advance and stored in a closed jar.

Cocktail base

3

Prepare the asparagus: trim the woody ends (about 2-3 cm from the bottom). If the stems are thick, gently peel the bottom 1/3 with a vegetable peeler. Cut the asparagus into pieces 2-3 cm long. In a small pot, bring 50 ml of water to a boil, add the asparagus, and blanch for 1 minute from the moment it boils — they should remain bright green and firm. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice-cold water (ice water) for 30-60 seconds to stop the cooking process.

Ingredients: asparagus, Water, Ice
Use a pot of boiling water and a slotted spoon to quickly transfer the asparagus. Blanching takes a short time — if the asparagus is soft and pale green, it has been cooked too long.
4

In a blender, place the cooled, blanched asparagus, washed sorrel leaves (remove the tough stems), lime juice (squeeze the limes by hand or using a juicer), 50 ml of chilled rhubarb syrup, and 50 ml of water. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until the mixture is smooth and uniform. Check the taste: the base should be green, slightly tangy, and gently sweet — adjust by adding syrup or honey one tablespoon at a time.

Ingredients: asparagus, sorrel, Lime, Rhubarb, Water, Honey
Use a blender with a power of at least 600 W or an immersion blender with a tall cup. If the blender is rattling or the mixture isn't circulating, stop blending and scrape the ingredients from the walls with a spoon, then continue blending. The base is ready when there are no visible asparagus threads.

Chilling and serving

5

Prepare the glasses: fill 4 tall glasses with ice cubes up to 2/3 of their height. Pour the asparagus-sorrel base evenly into each glass (about 100-120 ml per glass). Then top up with chilled tonic gently, so as not to lose the bubbles — pour 150 ml of tonic slowly over a spoon, holding the spoon just above the surface of the drink.

Ingredients: Ice, tonic
The best option is a bar spoon or a regular tablespoon turned upside down — this way the tonic lands gently and no foam is created. If you prefer a stronger sorrel flavor, add an additional 10-20 g of fresh sorrel as a garnish.
6

Finishing: add 1-2 teaspoons of rhubarb syrup to the top of each glass to create a layered effect and a tangy contrast. Garnish with a mint leaf and a slice of lime on the rim of the glass. If you used salt, add just a pinch to one glass as a test — the salt should enhance the flavors but not overpower them.

Ingredients: Rhubarb, mint, Lime, Salt
Additionally, you can add mint to enhance the aroma. Use tweezers for decoration so that the mint leaves are not crushed (leaves gently broken by hand will release their aroma).
7

Serve immediately — the cocktail tastes best fresh, with distinct bubbles from the tonic and a chilled base. If you're preparing for a larger group, store the base (without tonic and ice) in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours and stir before pouring.

Ingredients: tonic, Ice
Use tall, clear glasses to highlight the layers and color. Do not store the drink with tonic after adding — it will lose its fizz.

Fun Fact

💡

Sorrel has been popular in Poland since the Middle Ages as an addition to soups and sauces; its acidity pairs well with richer dishes, but in modern cocktails, it serves as a refreshing green note.

Best for

piknik wiosenny przyjęcie na tarasie aperitif przed obiadem

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve well chilled with ice cubes. Top up with tonic just before serving to keep the bubbles. For an 'adult' version, you can add 30-40 ml of gin to each serving. Garnish with a slice of lime and fresh mint.

🥡 Storage

Store the base (without tonic and ice) in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake vigorously before use. Keep the tonic in the refrigerator, but add it to the cocktail just before serving — once mixed, it quickly loses its fizz.

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