Lavender Lemonade Floral Infusion (Printable Version)
Tart lemonade infused with aromatic lavender creates a perfectly balanced floral citrus drink.
# What You Need:
→ Lavender Syrup
01 - 1 cup water
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
→ Lemonade Base
04 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
05 - 4 cups cold water
06 - Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
07 - Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish (optional)
08 - Ice cubes
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat, stir in dried lavender, and let steep for 15 minutes to infuse floral flavor.
02 - Pour the lavender-infused syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove all lavender buds. Allow the strained syrup to cool completely before mixing with lemonade.
03 - In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooled lavender syrup, and cold water. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
04 - Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more water, syrup, or lemon juice as desired. Add ice cubes to the pitcher. Serve over ice, garnished with fresh lemon slices and lavender sprigs if preferred.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The syrup comes together in minutes but tastes like something from a fancy café
- Perfect for making ahead when company is coming over
02 -
- Ornamental lavender can be treated with chemicals or taste bitter, always verify you have culinary grade
- The syrup keeps in the fridge for a week, so double batch if you are planning a party
03 -
- Roll your lemons on the counter before juicing to maximize the liquid
- Mix the syrup and lemon juice first before adding water to taste the balance better