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Lavender Lemonade

A recipe for Lavender Lemonade! This floral lemonade includes a homemade lavender syrup for a cool and refreshing drink.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

Lavender Syrup:
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (4 grams) dried culinary lavender
Lavender Lemonade:
  • 4 cups (950 milliliters) water
  • 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is starting to thicken slightly, 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and add the dried lavender. Cover and allow to steep for 1 hour.
  4. Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a medium bowl and discard the lavender buds.
  5. In a large pitcher, combine the lavender syrup, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  6. Adjust flavors to taste and serve over ice.

Notes

  • The aqua color of the Lavender Lemonade in the photos was created with a sprinkling of food-safe purple glitter.