You’ve harvested your lavender from your herb garden, now it’s time to make a refreshing twist on a classic summer favorite. This lavender lemonade is the perfect combination of bright, floral, and perfectly balanced with the fresh zing of lemon. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, relaxing on the patio, or have a house of kiddos, everyone enjoys this beautiful and delicious lemonade.
Not only is this drink simple to make, but it’s also a wonderful way to use fresh herbs from your garden and bring a little homemade charm to your summer gatherings.
Pro Tip- save a bundle of fresh lavender, make an extra batch of the lavender simple syrup and you have the perfect hostess's gift for your next get together.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6-8 lemons)
- 4 cups cold water
- ¾ cups sugar (adjust to your liking)
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- ½ cup hot water
- Ice
- Fresh lavender sprigs and lemon slices for garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make a lavender simple syrup. Remove the lavender flowers from the stem and cover with sugar in a bowl. Add hot water to a small saucepan and add the lavender and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and let steep for up to 30 minutes (or longer for a stronger syrup).
- Strain out the lavender and allow the syrup to cool.
- In a pitcher, combine lemon juice, cold water, and lavender syrup. Stir well.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or lemon flavor as desired making it as sweet or tart as you like.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh lemon slices and fresh lavender.
TIPS:
- For an extra refreshing summer version, try adding sparkling water instead of cold water for a bubbly lavender lemonade spritzer.
- Make extra lavender syrup and store in the refrigerator in a glass bottle.