Rhubarb Refresher

This refreshing drink utilizes a wonderful fruit that we seldom see in beverages. It's tang is just right for a hot summer day.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  cups  chopped rhubarb
• 3  cups water
• 2  tablespoons honey
• 1  cinnamon stick
• 1 -3  tablespoon lemon juice
•  mint sprigs or   lavender, sprigs

Directions

1. Place rhubarb, water, honey and the cinnamon stick in a large pot. Bring to boil. Let simmer for 15 minutes. After 10 minutes, take out the cinnamon stick. Remove from heat and let steep for 1 hour.
2. Pour through a fine strainer without squeezing (squeezing will make it cloudy). Refrigerate for 2 hours before tasting. Add the lemon juice to taste, and the sprigs, if you like.