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Lavender Lemonade

A refreshing homemade lemonade infused with aromatic lavender, perfect for warm-weather gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lavender Syrup
  • 1 cup water Used to make the lavender syrup.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds Provides a unique floral flavor.
Lemonade
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Supplies a bright and zesty flavor.
  • 3 cups cold water (or sparkling water) Dilutes the syrup and lemon juice.
  • Ice Ice Necessary for serving the lemonade chilled.
  • 1 slices lemon slices Optional garnish.
  • 1 sprigs fresh lavender sprigs Optional garnish for visual appeal.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, combine water and granulated sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat while stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add the dried lavender to the saucepan, remove from heat, cover, and let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Pour the lavender syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or jar, discarding the lavender buds, and let the syrup cool completely.
  4. While the syrup cools, juice your lemons, straining to eliminate seeds and pulp.
  5. In a large pitcher, stir together the cooled lavender syrup, lemon juice, and cold still or sparkling water. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  6. Add ice to glasses or the pitcher and pour the lemonade over. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs, if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, steep the lavender longer and consider using sparkling water for a bubbly twist. Store leftover lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.