Looking for something refreshing to sip on a sunny afternoon? This beautiful lemonade is a must-try.
I’ve been a big fan of making Lavender Simple Syrup since I realized how easy it is to make. It has been a great addition in baking, glazes and cocktails; just like this Lavender Margarita.
This Lavender Lemonade is the perfect non-alcoholic sipper, but it’s also fantastic with a little vodka added. I mean, a little Vodka never hurt anyone…
You can also make this into a sparkling drink by just replacing the water with carbonated water. Either way, you will love it.
INGREDIENTS:
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2 cups of lemon juice (about 5-6 lemons)
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1/2 cup of lavender simple syrup (see recipe at the bottom of this post)
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1 handful of fresh mint leaves
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lemon slices for garnish
DIRECTIONS:
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In a large pitcher, add the lemon juice, simple syrup and water. Stir to combine.
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Add in a handful of fresh mint and refrigerate for at least one hour to infuse.
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When ready to serve, pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices and mint.
Taste and adjust sweetness levels. If you prefer more punch, adjust by adding 1/4 of level juice at a time until the desired flavour is reached.
For the Lavender Simple Syrup, combine 1 cup of sugar, with 1 cup of water and 3 tablespoons of dried Lavender into a small pot. On low heat, let simmer until all of the sugar has dissolved. Use a strainer to remove the dried lavender. Let the liquid cool and it’s ready to use.
Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With over 6 years of creating recipes for your favourite food brands, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts.
