Long Road Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by The Cosmos

Time1h

Serves4

Michigan ABV 7% vodka, lemon, lavender, rosewater

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Ingredients

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1
Infuse Lavender
In a small saucepan, combine 720 ml of water and 2 tablespoons of dried lavender flowers. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2
Sweeten the Infusion
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 60 grams of honey or sugar until dissolved. Allow the mixture to steep for an additional 10 minutes.
3
Strain the Infusion
After steeping, strain the lavender infusion through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, discarding the lavender flowers.
4
Mix Ingredients
Add 120 ml of fresh lemon juice and 240 ml of vodka to the pitcher. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5
Add Rosewater
Stir in 1 tablespoon of rosewater for a fragrant touch.
6
Chill
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes before serving, or until well chilled.

7
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled lavender lemonade over the ice.
8
Garnish
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh lavender for an aesthetically pleasing finish.