Fresh Rhubarb Nectar

Ingredients

 * 2.00 L chopped rhubarb (about 1 kg)
 * 1.00 L water
 * 175.00 mL Sugar
 * 15.00 mL lemon juice
 * soda water (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Combine all ingredients and simmer 10 min.
 * 2) Strain through cheesecloth.
 * 3) Refrigerate.
 * 4) Just before serving, combine one part soda water with two parts rhubarb nectar.
 * 5) Makes about 1 L.