Description
A refreshing and floral twist on classic lemonade, this Lavender Lemonade recipe combines the citrusy zing of lemonade with the subtle floral notes of dried lavender buds. Perfect for a sunny day or a special gathering.
Ingredients
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Dried Lavender Tea:
- 2 teaspoons dried lavender buds (food-grade)
- ⅓ cup hot water
Lemonade:
- 1 cup ice
- ⅔ cup lemonade
- 2 lemon slices (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Lavender Tea: Put dried lavender and ⅓ cup of hot water into a teapot. Boil water on the stovetop or use an electric kettle with a temperature setting. Set water temperature to 195°F.
- Steep Lavender: Cover and steep for 5 minutes. Strain and let cool. The lavender can be steeped for longer without getting bitter.
- Assemble Lavender Lemonade: Pour lemonade into a cup with ice. Add cooled down lavender tea. Optional: Garnish with thinly sliced lemon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lavender Lemonade, Lemonade Recipe, Lavender Drink
