8 c. diced rhubarb
5 c. water
1 1/3 c. sugar
2 c. orange juice
3/4 c. lemon juice
1 qt. ginger ale or 7-Up, chilled
1 qt. fresh or frozen strawberries (optional)

In kettle, simmer rhubarb and water until rhubarb is soft. Cool; strain. Measure 4 cups juice and return to kettle with the sugar. Heat to dissolve sugar. Chill. Add the orange and lemon juices. Just before serving, add ginger ale and strawberries, if desired. Pour over ice.