Honey Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
This floral, bright cocktail combines fresh lemon juice, soothing lavender, sweet honey, and optional vodka or gin. Crisp, light, and easy to make for spring and summer sipping.
Equipment
- Citrus juicer
- Small saucepan
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing glass or shaker
- Cocktail spoon
- Serving glasses
- Optional garnish tools
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice about 1 large lemon
- 1 tbsp honey to taste
- 0.25 tsp culinary lavender or dried lavender buds
- 3 oz water plus more to dilute
- ice cubes
- 1.5 oz vodka or gin optional
- lemon slices or wedges for garnish
- fresh lavender sprigs optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine honey, 3 oz water, and lavender buds in a small saucepan. Warm gently until honey dissolves. Let steep for 10 minutes, then strain and cool.
- Juice the lemon(s) until you have 1.5 oz fresh juice.
- Fill a shaker with ice. Add lemon juice, honey lavender syrup, and vodka or gin if using.
- Shake well until chilled. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with more water or soda to taste.
- Garnish with lemon slice and a fresh lavender sprig.
Notes
Use just a little lavender—too much can overpower the drink. Skip the spirits for a non-alcoholic lemonade. Store extra honey lavender syrup in the fridge for a week. Always use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.