Fresh Lavender Lemonade
A refreshing herbal lemonade infused with fresh lavender and garden herbs, perfect for summer refreshment with a floral and bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium fresh lemons (about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh culinary lavender buds or 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, thyme, or rosemary combination)
- 4 cups (960 ml) water (divided between hot and cold)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1-2 cups (240-480 ml) sparkling water
Instructions
- Roll each lemon on the counter to loosen the juices, then cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) hot water with the granulated sugar and culinary lavender buds. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
- While the syrup steeps, lightly bruise the fresh herbs by clapping them between your hands or gently muddling with a spoon to release their oils.
- Pour the lavender syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, discarding the lavender buds. Add the bruised herbs to the syrup in the pitcher.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and remaining cold water (about 2 1/2 cups or 600 ml). Taste and adjust sweetness or dilution as preferred. Add sparkling water just before serving if desired.
- Add plenty of ice cubes to the pitcher or glasses. Let the lemonade sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the herbs to infuse further. Serve garnished with a sprig of fresh herbs or a lemon wheel.
Notes
Do not oversteep lavender to avoid bitterness; 10 minutes is ideal. Use fresh herbs for best flavor and bruise gently to release oils without bitterness. Adjust sweetness gradually. Add sparkling water just before serving to keep fizz. Lemon juice at room temperature yields more juice. Store in fridge up to 3 days and stir before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 fl oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 90110
- Sugar: 23
- Carbohydrates: 24
Keywords: lavender lemonade, herbal lemonade, summer drink, fresh herbs, refreshing beverage, floral lemonade, homemade lemonade