Refreshing Lavender Lemonade Recipe for Hot Days
This lavender lemonade recipe is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for hot days and gatherings.
Equipment
- - Medium saucepan
- Fine-Mesh Sieve
- - Large pitcher
Ingredients
For the Base
- 6 cups Water acts as the essential foundation for this refreshing beverage.
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar enhances the sweetness.
- 0.25 cups Honey for natural sweetness.
- 3 tablespoons Dried culinary lavender infuses your drink with flavor.
For the Citrus
- 2 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice provides that zesty sparkle.
Optional Enhancements
- Blue or purple food coloring can brighten up your drink.
- Lemon slices Perfect for garnish.
Instructions
How to Make Lavender Lemonade
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix 2 cups of water with the granulated sugar. Bring it to a gentle boil until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Turn off the heat, and stir in the honey and dried culinary lavender. Allow this fragrant mixture to steep for about 2 hours.
- Once steeping is complete, strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing the lavender to ensure you capture all those lovely flavors.
- In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the lavender mixture. Add in the remaining 4 cups of water and stir well until everything is blended together.
- If you’d like, add a couple drops of blue or purple food coloring. Serve this delightful drink over ice, and enjoy the refreshing aroma!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Chill before serving for the best experience.