Lavender Lemonade – And Then Some

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. You can also use the Hibiscus Lemonade recipe found on the Restless Chipotle Facebook page in the notes section but you’ll have to like the page. 🙂

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• Lavender Lemonade – And Then Some

Lavender Lemonade – And Then Some

The delicate flavor of lavender with the not so delicate kick of vodka.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Servings: 10 to 12 servings

Author: Marye Audet

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup culinary lavender buds
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 12 to 16 oz of vodka or Absolut Citron Vodka
• Lemon slices

Instructions

• Bring 2 1/2 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.
• Add the last 2 1/2 cups of water, lemon juice, and vodka.
• Stir.
• Add sliced lemon.
• Serve over ice in tall glasses.

Notes

Adjust the amount of vodka to taste.
May substitute Moscato for Vodka for a sparkling beverage

If you can’t find culinary lavender locally then you can get it on Amazon – it’s not very expensive.

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