Lavender Lemondrop Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Lavender Simple Syrup Ingredients
Method
Lavender Simple Syrup Preparation
- 1
Make the Lavender Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 2
Simmer and Steep
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the syrup steep for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- 3
Strain and Store
After cooling, strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender. Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Cocktail Preparation
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lavender simple syrup, 2 ounces of vodka, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
- 5
Shake with Ice
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. Optionally, garnish with a lemon twist or a sprinkle of dried lavender for presentation.
