Lavender Gin Recipe
Hendrick's Gin, Jeff's Housemade Lavender Syrup, fresh squeezed lemon and a splash of soda water.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Lavender Syrup
Method
Making Lavender Syrup
- 1
Prepare the Lavender Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the dried lavender flowers, granulated sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
- 2
Simmer and Steep
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for about 15 minutes, allowing the lavender flavor to infuse the syrup.
- 3
Strain and Cool
Remove from heat and strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container, discarding the lavender flowers. Let the syrup cool completely before using.
Mixing the Cocktail
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of Hendrick's Gin, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz of the housemade lavender syrup.
- 5
Shake with Ice
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- 7
Add Soda Water
Top with 2 oz of soda water and gently stir to combine.
- 8
Garnish
If desired, garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender or a lemon twist before serving.
