Fresh Lavender Lemonade Recipe
A light, refreshing summer drink combining the bright zest of fresh lemons with the subtle floral notes of culinary lavender. Easy to make and perfect for hot days or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 to 8 medium fresh lemons (about 1 cup or 240 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice)
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary-grade lavender buds
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 5 cups (1.2 liters) water, divided (3 cups for syrup, 2 cups for dilution)
- Ice cubes for serving
- Optional: fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup (240 ml) water and 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
- Add 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds to the syrup, reduce heat to low, and gently simmer for 5 minutes without boiling vigorously.
- Remove from heat and let lavender steep in the syrup for another 10 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a heat-safe bowl or jar, discarding the lavender buds. Let the syrup cool completely to room temperature.
- While the syrup cools, juice the lemons to yield about 1 cup (240 ml) fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and excess pulp.
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled lavender syrup, fresh lemon juice, and 2 cups (480 ml) cold water. Stir well and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to let flavors marry.
- Serve chilled over ice, garnished with fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Do not over-steep lavender to avoid bitterness or soapy flavor. Let syrup cool completely before mixing with lemon juice to preserve brightness. For a fizzy version, replace half the water with sparkling water before serving. Rolling lemons before juicing helps extract more juice. Store lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 27
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 0.2
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