Lavender Lemonade Mocktail Recipe

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Fresh and sweet, lavender lemonade mocktails bring a fancy twist to a classic drink. This simple recipe needs just four ingredients: lavender syrup, fresh lemon juice, sparkling water, and ice.

The drink’s light purple color and gentle floral notes make it perfect for spring parties, bridal showers, or any time you want something special without alcohol.

Kids love the pretty color, while adults enjoy the grown-up taste.

You can make this drink in five minutes or less. It works great for single servings or big batches for groups. The recipe doubles or triples easily for parties.

Lavender Lemonade Mocktail Recipe

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This fresh and floral drink combines sweet lavender syrup with tangy lemon juice to create a relaxing purple beverage perfect for summer afternoons.

John

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Serving Size 2

Equipment

• Large pitcher
• Fine-mesh strainer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon
• Small saucepan
• Citrus juicer

Ingredients

• 6 cups cold water
• 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-5 lemons
• 1/2 cup lavender simple syrup
• 1/4 cup dried culinary lavender buds
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• Ice cubes
• Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish
• Lemon wheels for garnish

Instructions

• Make lavender syrup: Combine sugar, 1/2 cup water, and dried lavender in a small saucepan. Heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
• Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove lavender buds. Let the syrup cool completely.
• Mix the drink: Pour lemon juice and cooled lavender syrup into a large pitcher.
• Add the remaining cold water and stir well to combine.
• Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour lavender lemonade over ice.
• Garnish each glass with a fresh lavender sprig and lemon wheel.

Notes

Store lavender syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

For a stronger lavender flavor, steep the buds longer in the syrup.

Use only food-grade dried lavender buds, not decorative or potpourri varieties.

To reduce sugar content, adjust the amount of simple syrup to taste.

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Tasting Notes

This lavender lemonade mocktail starts with a bright, citrusy aroma that mixes with gentle floral notes. The scent brings to mind fresh-picked lemons and summer gardens.

The first sip reveals a perfect balance between tart and sweet. The lemon flavor hits the tongue first, followed by a subtle lavender taste that doesn’t overpower the drink.

Flavor Profile:

• Primary: Fresh lemon, sweet honey
• Secondary: Light lavender, mild mint
• Finish: Clean, refreshing

The texture is smooth and light. Small bubbles from the sparkling water add a pleasant fizz that makes each sip lively and fun.

The pale purple color comes from the natural lavender syrup. When served in a clear glass, it creates an eye-catching drink that looks as good as it tastes.

This mocktail works well as a summer refresher or a fancy drink for special events. The flavors stay distinct and enjoyable even as the ice melts.

Best served:

• Temperature: Very cold
• Glass type: Collins or mason jar
• Garnish: Fresh lavender sprig, lemon wheel

Substitute

You can swap ingredients in this lavender lemonade mocktail while keeping the same fresh taste. These changes work well when certain items aren’t available.

Replace dried lavender with 2-3 drops of food-grade lavender essential oil. Mix it in small amounts until you reach the right flavor.

Fresh lemon juice makes this drink special, but bottled lemon juice works too. Use 1/4 cup bottled juice for every 3-4 fresh lemons.

Simple syrup alternatives:

• Honey (3/4 the amount)
• Agave nectar (3/4 the amount)
• Stevia (start with 1/4 the amount)

For purple color without lavender:

• Butterfly pea flower tea
• Natural purple food coloring
• Blueberry juice

Club soda adds bubbles, but these work too:

• Sparkling water
• Ginger ale
• Sprite (reduces tartness)

Want less sugar? Try monk fruit sweetener or erythritol in place of simple syrup. Start with half the amount and adjust to taste.

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