Lavender Lemon Mocktail

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 cups sparkling water
• 1/2 cup dried culinary lavender buds
• 4 tablespoons raw honey
• Lemon wheels and sprigs of lavender, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, lavender buds, and raw honey over low heat. Stir gently until the honey is dissolved. Remove from heat and let it steep for 5 minutes, allowing the lavender to infuse into the mixture.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing the lavender buds to extract as much flavor as possible. Discard the used lavender buds.
3. Add the sparkling water to the pitcher and gently stir to combine. Refrigerate the lavender lemon mocktail for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
4. To serve, pour the lavender lemon mocktail into two elegant glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon wheel and a sprig of fresh lavender. Enjoy the soothing aroma and the perfect balance of sweetness and zest.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of lavender and lemon creates a delicate and soothing aroma that elevates this simple mocktail into an indulgent treat.

Notes

This mocktail is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and refreshing treat on a warm day.