Imagine sipping on a refreshing, beautifully fragrant drink that instantly transports you to a sunny garden in full bloom.
This lavender lemonade cocktail is worthy of a Bridgerton binge on a Saturday afternoon, combining the delicate floral notes of lavender with the zesty brightness of lemonade and a splash of vodka.
It’s the perfect drink to elevate any occasion with its unique and delightful flavors. It's about to become your go-to summer drink.
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🗝️ Key takeaways
- Pretty. This cocktail is not only delicious but also incredibly refreshing and prettier than a spotted horse in a pasture full of daisies. The combination of lavender and lemonade is unique and sophisticated, making it a perfect drink for entertaining or enjoying a quiet moment on the porch.
- Perfect for showers. Serve this lavender lemonade cocktail at summer parties, bridal showers, garden parties, or anytime you want a special, refreshing drink. It’s also a lovely choice for a relaxing evening at home.
- Homemade simple syrup. Learn how to infuse homemade simple syrup with lavender to your own taste. It's easy!
🧾 Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
📖 Variations
- Substitute honey for sugar in the simple syrup for a different flavor profile.
- Use club soda for extra zing.
- Try it with gin for a botanical twist or stick with vodka for a more neutral base.
- Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for an extra layer of floral complexity.
🤫 Cook's secrets -
To make the lavender simple syrup, combine equal parts water and sugar in a saucepan with a handful of dried or fresh lavender flowers. Simmer until the sugar dissolves, then let it steep for 15 minutes before straining. You can use different herbs in place of the lavender.
🍴 Equipment
- saucepan
- strainer
- pitcher or cocktail shaker
- measuring cups and spoons
- cocktail glasses
🥫 How to store leftovers
Store any leftover lavender simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
The cocktail itself is best enjoyed fresh, but you can pre-mix the lemon juice and simple syrup and store it in the fridge for a day or two.
Marye's Tip
For an extra touch of elegance, freeze some lavender sprigs and lemon slices in your ice cubes. They’ll look beautiful and add a subtle flavor as they melt.
💭 Things to know
- Make sure to use culinary-grade lavender to ensure it's safe for human consumption.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup to suit your taste.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes a big difference in the flavor of this cocktail, so avoid using bottled juice if possible.
👩🍳 FAQs
Have other questions? Ask me in the comments!
Sure can! Just skip the vodka or gin and top off your drink with extra club soda or sparkling water.
You can find it at specialty grocery stores, health food stores, or online.
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📞 The last word
Floral flavors are some of my favorites and this pretty lavender lemonade cocktail is so pretty that it's just about impossible to resist.
Lemonade is refreshing as any kid with a lemonade stand can tell you. There is something special about that magical concoction of lemon juice, sugar and water that- when done right - creates a magic all of its own.
Now-a-days there are more variations on lemonade than we could ever have thought of, from melon to basil!
My personal favorite is either a hibiscus lemonade or this lavender lemonade with a Vodka kick. It looks gorgeous in the glass and the first sip will win you over.
Be careful, this stuff packs more of a kick than you'll taste. If you can't find culinary lavender locally then you can get it on Amazon - it's not very expensive.
If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need.
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📖 Recipe
Lavender Lemonade
Print Rate RecipeIngredients
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ¼ cup lavender buds
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 12 to 16 oz of vodka or Absolut Citron Vodka
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Bring 2 ½ cups water and sugar to a boil.
- Heat until sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and add the lavender.
- Allow to come to room temperature.
- Strain the lavender out of the lavender syrup.
- You've just. made lavender simple syrup. You can cover and refrigerate for 2 weeks or so at this point.
- Add the last 2 ½ cups of water, lemon juice, and vodka.
- Stir.
- Add sliced lemon.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses.
Notes
May substitute Moscato for Vodka for a sparkling beverage
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This recipe has been tested several times. If you choose to use other ingredients, or change the technique in some way, the results may not be the same.
First published June 6, 2012. Last updated June 18, 2024 for editorial improvements.
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