Nutmeg Free Classic Lavender Lemonade
Floral, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this lavender lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. The star of the show is a homemade lavender simple syrup — just water, sugar, and dried culinary lavender steeped together until the liquid turns a dreamy soft purple-gray. That gentle infusion gives the lemonade a subtle floral depth that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice keeps things lively and tart, and you can easily dial the balance up or down to suit your taste. Every single ingredient in this recipe is completely straightforward, so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden spices sneaking in. Poured over ice and garnished with a fresh lavender sprig, it's as gorgeous to look at as it is to drink — perfect for a backyard gathering or a quiet moment on the porch.
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4 servings
For the lavender syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh lavender sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 1 cup water and the sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves, about 2–3 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the dried lavender, and let the mixture steep for 15–20 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and tinted a soft purple-gray.
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