Stirred Honey Lavender Sour
A smooth, lightly floral sour with honey sweetness balanced by fresh lemon and a hint of lavender aroma. This cocktails & drinks-inspired quick meals ready in about 6 minutes pairs bourbon, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey to water) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 2 dashes lavender bitters
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 dried lavender sprig
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes halfway. Add 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz honey syrup, and 2 dashes lavender bitters.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 4: Garnish with a single dried lavender sprig placed delicately on the surface for aroma.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stirred Honey Lavender Sour take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stirred Honey Lavender Sour?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bourbon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stirred Honey Lavender Sour?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stirred Honey Lavender Sour for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stirred Honey Lavender Sour?
Cocktails & Drinks quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
