Lavender Vanilla Smoothie Mocktail Recipe

ByJohn

If you’re craving something that’s both refreshing and a little soothing, this Lavender Vanilla Smoothie Mocktail might be just what you need. It’s creamy, a bit floral, and has enough fruity flavor to keep things interesting—plus, there’s zero alcohol, so you can sip it whenever you want.

I love how the lavender brings a subtle floral note, never too much, while the vanilla adds that sweet, creamy vibe. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary for your next hangout or just want to shake up your daily routine, this smoothie mocktail is honestly a fun pick.

Lavender Vanilla Smoothie Mocktail Recipe

Lavender Vanilla Smoothie Mocktail Recipe

Lavender Vanilla Smoothie Mocktail Recipe
This one’s all about a mellow mix of floral and creamy flavors. You don’t need fancy tools or hard-to-find ingredients, either.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen blueberries
  • Great color plus they thicken things up nicely.
  • 1 banana sliced
  • Gives natural sweetness and makes it creamy.
  • 1 cup vanilla almond milk
  • Any plant or dairy milk is fine—just use what you like.
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
  • Or 2 tablespoons homemade lavender syrup for that floral kick.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Add if you want it sweeter—totally up to you.
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
  • Chills it down and keeps things refreshing.
  • Optional toppings: Sometimes I’ll throw on whipped cream a few berries, or a bit of fresh lavender if I’m feeling fancy.

Instructions

  • If I’m using dried lavender, I’ll mix it with 1/2 cup water and 2 tablespoons honey in a small saucepan. Simmer for a couple minutes, let it cool, then strain to make a quick lavender syrup.
  • Into the blender go the blueberries, banana, vanilla almond milk, vanilla extract, and either the syrup or dried lavender.
  • Add the honey or maple syrup, plus the ice cubes.
  • Blend everything on high until it’s totally smooth and creamy. Sometimes I need to scrape the sides down.
  • I always taste and see if it needs a bit more sweetener—depends on the banana, honestly.
  • Pour into your glass or jar of choice.
  • If you want to dress it up, add whipped cream, extra berries, or a sprig of lavender on top.
  • Serve it right away, with a straw or spoon. Don’t wait too long or it’ll lose that icy chill.

Notes

I double-check my lavender is labeled “culinary” because not all lavender is meant to be eaten. If dried lavender isn’t available, a good lavender syrup is a solid swap.
Frozen fruit makes the smoothie thicker and colder, which I prefer. If you want it thinner, just splash in more milk.
For prepping ahead, I get all the ingredients ready (except ice) and blend last minute. There’s no caffeine or alcohol, so it’s good for everyone. Sweetness is pretty flexible—sometimes the banana is sweet enough, sometimes not.

Tasting Notes

First sip? The floral notes from the lavender hit right away, but it’s gentle, not perfumey or overpowering. It’s kind of calming, actually.

The vanilla is there in the background, making everything taste smooth and a little sweet. It works with the lavender instead of fighting it—honestly, I was surprised how well they blend.

Here’s what stands out to me:

  • Cool and creamy texture
  • Light floral aroma from lavender
  • Delicate vanilla sweetness
  • Refreshing finish, definitely not too sweet

Every sip leaves my mouth feeling refreshed—simple as that. The flavors are straightforward but satisfying, and honestly, I could drink this any time of day without getting bored.

Must Have Ingredients

Substitute

Sometimes, I run out of certain ingredients. When that happens, I just use substitutes.

Ingredient Substitutions:

  • Lavender Syrup:
      – If I don’t have any, honey or simple syrup with a drop of lavender extract is pretty close.
      – Or honestly, steeping some dried, food-grade lavender in warm water works in a pinch too.
  • Vanilla Yogurt:
      – I’ll use plain yogurt and add a few drops of vanilla extract. It does the trick.
      – Greek yogurt? Makes the smoothie thicker, which I kind of like.
  • Milk:
      – Almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk can stand in for regular milk. No big deal.

Equipment Substitutions:

  • Blender:
      – Sometimes, I just grab my immersion blender if the regular one’s not around.

Instructions for Substituting:

  • I swap ingredients in with about the same measurements.
  • If I’m using something thicker, like Greek yogurt, I just blend it longer.
  • And yeah, I always taste and tweak the sweetness if I’ve swapped anything out.

Hey there, I’m John Watson—a guy who’s spent over 20 years proving that a good drink can fix just about anything (well, almost anything). Whether it’s cocktails that wow or mocktails that mock boredom, I’m all about crafting sips with stories. Founder of ThirstyTales and full-time drink nerd, I’m here to help you shake things up, one glass at a time. Let’s mix, laugh, and maybe spill a little—cheers to the adventure!

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