Lavender Gin Sour Cocktail Recipe

I love how a Lavender Gin Sour brings a calm, floral twist to a classic cocktail. Mixing gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup feels both refreshing and simple.

You can whip up this drink at home in just a few minutes. I like serving it with light appetizers or fresh berries for a nice balance.

When I first tried this cocktail, the lavender really softened the sharpness of the gin. It tastes smooth and bright—perfect for evenings when you want something a little different from the usual lineup.

The gentle color and aroma make it just as lovely to look at as it is to sip.

Lavender Gin Sour Cocktail Recipe

This drink blends floral lavender with the crisp tang of fresh lemon juice and the smooth taste of gin. It feels balanced, refreshing, and honestly, pretty easy to make once you have everything on hand.

Equipment

I keep my tools simple for this cocktail. A cocktail shaker is a must for mixing and getting that nice foam.

A bar spoon comes in handy for stirring the lavender syrup, and I use a jigger to measure everything out.

A fine mesh strainer catches ice shards and helps create a smooth texture. I prefer serving the drink in a coupe glass for that classic vibe, but a rocks glass does the trick too.

If I’m using an egg white or aquafaba, I do a dry shake first to build foam before tossing in ice. A citrus juicer makes sure I squeeze out every drop of lemon juice.

I also keep a small sieve nearby to strain any pulp.

Ingredients

I try to measure everything as accurately as possible for the best flavor.

• 2 oz high-quality gin
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz lavender simple syrup (or lavender syrup made with culinary lavender or lavender extract)
• 1/4 oz simple syrup (optional for extra sweetness)
• 1 egg white or 1 oz aquafaba (for foam)
• Ice cubes
• Lavender sprig or lemon twist for garnish

Sometimes I tweak the sweetness by adjusting the syrup ratio. The lavender syrup should taste floral, but not cross over into soapy territory.

Using fresh lemon juice keeps the drink bright and crisp.

Instructions

• Add gin, lemon juice, lavender syrup, and egg white (or aquafaba) to the cocktail shaker.
• Dry shake (no ice) for about 10 seconds to build up foam.
• Add ice and shake again until the shaker feels ice-cold.
• Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass or rocks glass.
• Garnish with a lavender sprig or lemon twist.

I like to chill my glass ahead of time so the drink stays cold longer. The double shake gives the cocktail a silky, smooth texture.

Notes

Culinary lavender gives a cleaner flavor than the decorative stuff, in my experience. If I use lavender extract, I start with just a drop—seriously, it’s strong.

When I want a lighter foam, I reach for aquafaba instead of egg white. It’s plant-based and does a great job.

I adjust the syrup to taste; some gins lean more floral and need less lavender syrup.

A dry shake helps the foam form evenly, while the second shake with ice chills and dilutes the drink just right. I always strain carefully to keep the finish smooth.

Tasting Notes

Right away, I notice the floral notes. The lavender gives off this soft, calming aroma that feels light and clean.

It blends with the gin’s herbal scent in a way that just works.

Taking a sip, the citrus flavor jumps out and brightens everything. The lemon juice brings a crisp edge and keeps the floral side from getting too sweet or heavy.

The texture? It’s smooth on my tongue. Shaking in the egg white creates a velvety finish that lingers just long enough.

Honestly, I like how the flavors—floral, citrus, and herbal—come together without fighting for attention. The taste stays gentle but clear, and I find it easy to enjoy slowly.