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    Lavender Lemonade Recipe

    Published: May 27, 2019 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Ang Paris · 3 Comments
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    Refreshing lemonade meets relaxing lavender in a delightful summertime beverage.
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    Sweet and tart lemonade is the perfect refreshing drink for summertime, and this Lavender Lemonade Recipe is a great way to relax and unwind.

    Lavender Lemonade in two tall glasses garnished with lemon slices and sprigs of lavender.
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    Lavender is a great herb and is part of the mint family and has a slightly sweet floral flavor (say that 5 times fast!)  It is often used in salads and dressings, and of course is a part of a blend of herbs called herbes de Provence, which is commonly used in French cooking.

    Depending on your climate, you can grown lavender at home and use it for a variety of purposes - it's a great way to easy tension, headaches and anxiety. 

    Close up of lavender growing in a field.

    What does lavender taste like?

    Lavender is a member of the mint family and some people think it has a subtle hint of mint. It is definitely a unique and distinctive earthy flavor all it's own, however. As the old saying goes, "a little goes a long way as lavender" has a very floral aroma and flavor.

    "Herbaceous," "woody," "undertone of mint," "earthy," "smokey," "apple-like" and "green" are descriptive of the taste of lavender. A member of the mint plant family, lavender has a unique and distinctive flavor that separates it from other species of mint. Lavender presents a floral, pungent aroma and flavor.

    Is lavender edible and safe?

    Culinary lavender is considered safe to ingest. For more information on the safety visit the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).

    But back to our lavender lemonade recipe... today we're using lavender buds to flavor our lemonade.  To do that, we're going to create a 'lavender essence' by boiling the lavender buds.

    Where can I buy lavender?

    You can find lavender at many natural food stores or order it online. Be sure that you use culinary lavender.

    two glasses of lavender lemonade garnished with lemon slices and sprigs of lavender in front of a full pitcher.
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    How to Make Lavender Lemonade

    1. In a small saucepan, bring ¾ cup of water to a boil.
    2. Remove from the heat and add the lavender buds. Cover and allow to cool.
    3. After the lavender-infused water is cooled, strain the buds out.
    4. In a large pitcher, add the lemonade concentrate. Use the water measurement on the can, less ¾ cup.
    5. Stir in the lavender water and the food coloring, if desired.
    6. Chill the lavender lemonade mixture for 1 hour before serving.

    Serve your lemonade with a lemon slice or wedge, and a sprig of lavender for a beautiful presentation.  Wouldn't this be lovely for a bridal shower or mother's day?

    Sweets that compliment Lavender Lemonade

    If you're planning an elegant brunch or lunch party, think about serving this lavender lemonade. Both lavender and lemon pair wonderfully with blueberries and blackberries as well as basil and honey. Here are a couple of recipes you might also consider:

    Blueberry Lemonade Recipe
    My blueberry lemonade recipe is the perfect blend of sweet blueberries and tart lemons. It is so refreshing, and a beautiful color, too!
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    two glasses of lavender lemonade garnished with lemon slices and sprigs of lavender in front of a full pitcher.
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    Recipe Variations

    To create a lavender lemonade spritzer, replace the water with lemon lime soda or white white. If you prefer hard alcohol, add 1 shot of vodka to each 8-ounce glass.

    Similar Recipes

    Here are a few more beverages you might enjoy:

    • Mermaid Drink - Blue-Green Lemon Drop
    • Pomegranate Punch Recipe
    • Cranberry Sangria Recipe
    • Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board

    You'll want to serve this lemonade immediately.  It is not as good the next day, so kick back and cool off with a tall refreshing glass of Lavender Lemonade today! If you love this recipe, please give it 5 Stars.

    Lavender Infused Lemonade

    Lavender Lemonade

    Refreshing lemonade meets relaxing lavender in a delightful summertime beverage.
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    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: lavender lemonade
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Cooling Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 8kcal
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Ingredients

    Lavender Essence

    • Buds from 4 lavender stems OR 3 tablespoons dried lavender buds
    • ¾ cup water

    Lavender Lemonade

    • 1 can lemonade concentrate plus the water called for, less ¾ cup
    • Optional 1 drop each of red and blue food coloring
    • 1 lemon sliced (for garnish)
    • lavender sprigs and/or lemon wheels for garnish

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, bring ¾ cup of water to a boil.
    • Remove from the heat and add the lavender buds. Cover and allow to cool.
    • After the lavender-infused water is cooled, strain the buds out.
    • In a large pitcher, add the lemonade concentrate. Use the water measurement on the can, less ¾ cup.
    • Stir in the lavender water and the food coloring, if desired.
    • Chill the lavender lemonade mixture for 1 hour before serving.

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 8kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 14.3mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.2mg
    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    1. Audrey says

      July 09, 2015 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmm! lavender and lemons is a great combination.

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    2. Kati says

      July 27, 2015 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      This looks amazing, but I don't have any fresh lavender on my plant right now, I have a bunch of dried lavender, do you think that would work? I really want to try this but don't want to wait for new buds!

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      • Ang Paris says

        July 28, 2015 at 7:23 am

        Honestly I'm not sure. You could give it a try... I'd love to know how it turns out!

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