Ah, summer! Tap water keeps you hydrated, and a lemon slice in iced tea is classic, but lavender lemonade takes it to the next level with its floral elegance.
Staying hydrated matters year-round, yet summer inspires bold flavors and inventive drinks. Today, we're diving into lavender lemonade—a refreshing favorite among home mixologists.
Also read: '10 simple and surprising iced tea recipes'
6 lemons (5 for juice, 1 for garnish)
500 ml water
4 sprigs fresh lavender (for garnish)
For the syrup:
250 ml water
50 g fine sugar
30 ml honey
1 tablespoon dried lavender
To prepare the syrup: Bring 250 ml water and sugar to a boil in a saucepan. Stir gently until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat, then stir in honey and dried lavender. Cover and steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve, then mix in juice from 5 lemons and the remaining 500 ml water. Refrigerate until fully chilled.
Once cooled, pour into glasses and garnish with a lemon slice and fresh lavender sprig.
Pro tip: English lavender is ideal for culinary use—find dried, edible lavender at supermarkets, health stores, or pharmacies.
