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Creamy Lavender Lemonade

Creamy Lavender Lemonade That Will Refresh Your Summer Days

Creamy Lavender Lemonade is a refreshing mocktail that combines the brightness of lemons with soothing lavender for a unique summer drink.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Steeping Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lavender Syrup
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to substitute with agave or honey.
  • 1 cup Water Can use cold sparkling water for a fizzy effect.
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Lavender Use culinary-grade to avoid soapy taste.
  • a pinch Butterfly Pea Flowers Optional for color.
For the Lemonade Base
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 3 cups Cold Water
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Lavender Buds Ensure culinary-grade.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk or Heavy Cream Coconut milk for vegan option.
  • 4 cups Crushed Ice Essential for cooling.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large pitcher
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Prepare the Lavender Syrup
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar with water. Stir until sugar dissolves and reaches a gentle boil (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in dried lavender and butterfly pea flowers, steep for 15-20 minutes, then strain and cool.
Make the Lemonade Base
  1. In a large pitcher, combine cooled lavender syrup with fresh lemon juice and cold water. Stir well and taste, adjusting sweetness or acidity as needed.
Assemble the Drink
  1. Fill glasses with crushed ice, pour lavender lemonade over ice until filled.
Top with Cream
  1. Gently pour in coconut milk or heavy cream over the back of a spoon to create a creamy layer.
Garnish
  1. Garnish with fresh lemon wheels and a sprinkle of dried lavender buds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Use culinary-grade dried lavender for best results. Adjust sweetness and acidity before serving for optimal flavor balance.

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