PETITE HOTHOUSE RHUBARB
CULINARY GRADE • GROWN AT KNUTSON FARMS (SUMNER, WA)
2025 marks the debut of Knutson Farms’ Petite Hothouse Rhubarb, a premium, culinary-grade ingredient that will elevate your dishes and delight your guests. Grown in a carefully controlled, above-ground environment, this rhubarb isn’t just a vegetable – it’s a transformative experience for your menu.
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Our Petite Hothouse Rhubarb is a premium offering that stands apart from traditionally grown in-ground rhubarb. Grown in a carefully controlled, above-ground environment, our rhubarb is sweeter, more tender, and has a more vibrant color. The crowns spend a short, intense growing period in a warm, moist environment, contributing to the rich, delicate flavor and texture that set our rhubarb apart.
Knutson Farms is renowned for cultivating some of the world's finest and most delicious hothouse rhubarb. This method of growing rhubarb, known as forced rhubarb, is an ancient tradition practiced by only a few growers around the world, making our product a rare and special treat.
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Unparalleled Quality & Tenderness: Unlike traditional in-ground rhubarb, our Petite rhubarb is grown in a meticulously controlled hothouse environment, resulting in an incredibly tender, sweet product with vibrant color. The short, intense growing period contributes to its exquisite flavor and texture, offering a more delicate and nuanced profile than standard rhubarb.
Exclusivity You Can’t Find Anywhere Else: Forced rhubarb is an ancient, rare growing technique that only a handful of farms worldwide continue to practice. Knutson Farms is at the forefront of this tradition, producing some of the finest hothouse rhubarb available anywhere. By choosing our product, you’re bringing a rare and luxurious ingredient to your kitchen that will distinguish your menu and impress your clientele.
Perfect for Innovation: This petite, vibrant rhubarb is a blank canvas for culinary creativity. Whether you’re crafting elegant pastries, developing innovative cocktail syrups, or experimenting with savory dishes, this rhubarb offers a dynamic range of uses. Its ability to hold its shape while bursting with juicy, sweet-tart flavor makes it a must-have for any professional kitchen looking to push the boundaries of flavor and presentation.
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Our rhubarb features a delicate width that highlights its rich, fuchsia coloring. The thin stalks produce an intense color deposit, making it ideal for a variety of culinary applications, including baked goods and spirits crafting.
The tender nature of our Petite Hothouse Rhubarb allows it to hold its shape during baking while offering juicy bursts of sweet-tart flavor. It is perfect for high-end restaurant menus and appeals to discerning home chefs who seek exceptional, whimsical produce.
Culinary Applications: A Versatile Staple for Every Course
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The tender nature of our Petite Hothouse Rhubarb allows it to hold its shape during baking while offering juicy bursts of sweet-tart flavor. It is perfect for high-end restaurant menus and appeals to discerning home chefs who seek exceptional, whimsical produce.
Petite Hothouse Rhubarb is not just an ingredient – it’s a culinary innovation. Here are just a few ways it can transform your offerings:
Pastry & Desserts: Use it in tarts, pies, galettes, and cakes for a vibrant pop of color and a burst of flavor. The rhubarb’s natural sweetness and tartness create a perfect balance that will elevate any dessert.
Cocktails & Syrups: Its rich color and flavor make it ideal for creating signature syrups, shrubs, and infused cocktails that will become the talk of your bar menu.
Savory Dishes: This unique rhubarb is a surprising complement to roasted pork, chicken, or chutneys, offering a perfect balance to savory flavors.
Salads & Dressings: Add a zing to your seasonal salads with its crisp texture and unique flavor profile. Use it in mignonettes, citronettes, or as a tangy addition to dressings that stand out from the ordinary.
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Flavor Profile: Light and fresh with layers of apple, orange blossom, and berries, finishing with a subtle mineral note that elevates both sweet and savory dishes.
Texture: Light, crisp, and juicy, with a tender bite that holds its form beautifully in both baking and savory applications.
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Pies
Tarts & Galettes
Pastries & Cakes
Syrups & Cocktail Syrups
Shrubs
Jams & Jellies
Mignonettes & Citronettes
Chutneys & Glazes
Roasted Pork & Chicken
Quick Breads
Knutson Farms’ Petite Hothouse Rhubarb is as versatile as it is delicious. It will help you create dishes and drinks that inspire, impress, and delight your guests.
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This is more than just an ingredient; it’s a conversation starter. Petite Hothouse Rhubarb will:
Set Your Menu Apart: Its vibrant color and unique flavor profile will immediately distinguish your offerings. Whether as the centerpiece of a dessert or an unexpected twist in a savory dish, this rhubarb is sure to spark excitement.
Inspire Creativity: With its remarkable texture and ability to hold its shape in both cooking and baking, it invites chefs to experiment and push their creative boundaries.
Impress Your Guests: In today’s competitive dining landscape, offering exclusive, high-quality ingredients is key to creating memorable experiences. This rhubarb will help you elevate your food and drink menu, ensuring guests leave with unforgettable culinary memories.
Order Today and Transform Your Menu
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bring this rare and luxurious ingredient to your kitchen. The Petite Hothouse Rhubarb is available now for pre-order, and we invite you to make it a standout feature of your 2025 offerings. Contact Knutson Farms to learn more and secure your supply of this exceptional product.
Due to the delicate nature of this product, it’s best if used within 3-5 days.
Always Keep your petite Rhubarb refrigerated. To crisp or refresh rhubarb, trim both ends and soak in cool water in the refrigerator for up to an hour.
Enjoy!