Homemade Lavender Lemonade Recipe
Discover how to make lavender lemonade with this easy recipe! Perfect as a cocktail or mocktail, enjoy refreshing flavors and health benefits today!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Fresh or Dried Lavender
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
- Water (1 cup for syrup, 5 cups for lemonade)
- 1 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice
Optional Ingredients
- Ice Cubes (to serve)
- Lemon Slices (for garnish)
- Sprigs of Lavender (for garnish)
- Honey/Sugar Alternatives (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Lavender Syrup
- Pour 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar into a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches a gentle simmer. Avoid boiling.
- Add 2 tablespoons of lavender, stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat and allow the lavender to steep in the syrup for 15 minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve into a clean container, discarding the solids. Your lavender syrup is now ready!
Mix the Lemonade Base
- Combine 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice with 5 cups of water in a large pitcher.
- Adjust the ratio of lemon juice to water for personal preference. Looking for bold and tart? Add more lemon juice. Want something milder? Use less.
3. Combine and Serve
- Stir the lavender syrup into the lemonade base, tasting as you go to ensure the sweetness is balanced to your liking.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the lavender lemonade over the top.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of lavender. Serve and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Lavender Lemonade Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
88
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Potassium
100
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
23
g
8
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
22
g
24
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin A
2
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
31
mg
38
%
Vitamin E
0.2
mg
1
%
Calcium
10
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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