Lavender Lemonade Elixir

Name: Lavender Lemonade Elixir
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Cocktails & Drinks
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lavender buds; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup (from 3 lemons) lemon juice; 1/4 cup honey; 3 cups cold water; 2, for garnish lemon slices

A delicate floral beverage that balances bright lemon with subtle lavender for a calming, aromatic experience.

Cuisine: Cocktails & Drinks

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 12 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh lavender buds
1 cup water
1/2 cup (from 3 lemons) lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
3 cups cold water
2, for garnish lemon slices

Instructions

Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup fresh lavender buds and 1 cup water. Simmer gently for 12 minutes until the liquid turns pale pink and the lavender aroma is strong.
Step 2: Strain the lavender infusion into a bowl, pressing to extract all liquid, then stir in 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1/4 cup honey. Cool completely to room temperature.
Step 3: Stir 3 cups cold water into the lavender-lemon mixture and pour into two glasses. Garnish each with a lemon slice and serve chilled.