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lavender gin lemonade

Honey Lavender Gin Lemonade

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gin, honey cocktails, lavender cocktails, Lemonade
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner
Enjoy Honey Lavender Gin Lemonade, a perfect blend of floral and citrus flavors. Try the recipe now.

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Honey Lavender Simple Syrup:

  • 1 cup Honey
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Lavender Flowers

For the Honey Lavender Lemonade:

  • 5 cups Water
  • 1 1/2 cups Lemon Juice
  • Honey Lavender Simple Syrup from above

For the Honey Lavender Gin Lemonade:

  • 4 oz Honey Lavender Lemonade
  • 2 oz Empress Gin which has a naturally vivid indigo color
  • Lavender Sprigs and Lemon Slice for garnish

Instructions

Making the Honey Lavender Simple Syrup:

  • Combine the honey, water, and lavender flowers in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the honey is fully dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and let steep for about 30 minutes to infuse the lavender flavor.
  • Strain out the lavender flowers and let the syrup cool. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Preparing the Honey Lavender Lemonade:

  • In a large pitcher, combine the water and lemon juice.
  • Stir in the honey lavender simple syrup to taste. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.

Assembling the Honey Lavender Gin Lemonade:

  • Fill a glass with ice.
  • Pour 8 oz of the chilled honey lavender lemonade over the ice.
  • Add 2 oz of Empress Gin.
  • Stir gently to mix the lemonade and gin.
  • Garnish with a sprig of lavender and a slice of lemon.

Serving:

  • Serve immediately, offering a refreshing and visually striking cocktail that's perfect for relaxing afternoons or summer gatherings.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Lavender can get strong fast. Use a light hand or a well-balanced lavender syrup so the floral note stays soft and doesn’t taste soapy.
  • Straight honey can be hard to mix, so turn it into a quick honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water). This helps it blend smoothly into the drink.
  • Lemon can shift the balance quickly. Add it, give the drink a quick taste, and adjust sweetness if needed so everything stays smooth and balanced.
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