Lavender Lemonade Spritz (Printer-Friendly)

A floral mix of lavender syrup, zesty lemonade, and sparkling wine for a cool summer drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lavender Syrup

01 - 1/2 cup water
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender

→ Lemonade

04 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 4 lemons)
05 - 1/2 cup cold water
06 - 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup

→ For Serving

07 - 1 cup ice cubes
08 - 1 1/2 cups chilled sparkling wine or prosecco
09 - Lemon slices for garnish
10 - Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and dried culinary lavender. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain through fine mesh to remove lavender solids and allow syrup to cool completely before use.
02 - In a pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, cold water, and honey or agave syrup. Stir thoroughly until all sweetener is fully incorporated and dissolved.
03 - Fill four glasses with ice cubes. Add 2 tablespoons of cooled lavender syrup and 1/4 cup lemonade base to each glass.
04 - Top each glass with approximately 1/3 cup chilled sparkling wine or prosecco. Gently stir to combine all components.
05 - Garnish each glass with lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs. Serve immediately while properly chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Aromatic lavender syrup made from scratch for a fresh, natural flavor.
  • Simple ingredients that come together in just 20 minutes plus cooling time.
  • Versatile: can be made alcoholic with prosecco or non-alcoholic with sparkling water.
  • Elegant presentation with delicate garnishes, perfect for entertaining.
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian friendly, suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Make the lavender syrup ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best brightness and flavor.
  • Gently stir to preserve the bubbles in the sparkling wine or water.
  • For a stronger floral note, add a few lavender buds as a garnish but avoid overdoing it to prevent bitterness.
  • Chill glasses in advance for an extra refreshing experience.
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