Lavender Lemonade
The Quirky Foodster Team
Highball
Glass
Lavender sprig and lemon wheel
Garnish
Ingredients
- Fresh lemon juice — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Lavender simple syrup — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Water or soda water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
Method
- Add the lemon juice and lavender syrup to a glass filled with ice.
- Top with water or soda water.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lavender sprig and lemon wheel.
Description: A fragrant, floral lemonade infused with lavender syrup, elegant and calming.
Cultural Background: Part of the broader trend of botanical-infused mocktails and lemonades that grew popular through the 2010s-20s.
Tips: Make lavender syrup by steeping dried culinary lavender in simple syrup, then straining — a little goes a long way.
Variations: Use sparkling water instead of still for a fizzier version.
Serving Suggestion: Serve tall, over ice, as an elegant, aromatic refresher.
Nutrition: Approx. 100 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Where do I find culinary lavender?
A: Look for food-grade dried lavender buds, distinct from decorative or potpourri lavender, at spice shops or online.
- Fresh lemon juice — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Lavender simple syrup — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Water or soda water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
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