Fresh Homemade Lavender Lemonade Recipe with Raw Honey
A refreshing and easy-to-make lavender lemonade sweetened naturally with raw honey, combining floral notes with bright lemon zing for a perfect summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium fresh lemons (yields about 1 cup / 240 ml lemon juice)
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds
- ½ to ¾ cup raw honey (170 to 255 g), adjust to taste
- 5 cups water (1.2 liters total; divided into hot water for steeping and cold water to dilute)
- Ice cubes for serving
- Optional garnishes: lemon slices, fresh lavender sprigs, or mint leaves
Instructions
- Roll each lemon gently on the counter to loosen the juice, then cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Set aside.
- Bring 2 cups (480 ml) of water to a near boil. Pour the hot water over 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender buds in a heatproof bowl or saucepan. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes.
- Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the lavender buds out, pressing gently to extract flavor. Discard the buds.
- While the lavender water is still warm, stir in ½ to ¾ cup (170 to 255 g) of raw honey until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness as preferred.
- In a large pitcher, mix the fresh lemon juice, lavender-honey water, and 3 cups (720 ml) of cold water. Stir well and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled lavender lemonade over, and garnish with lemon slices or fresh lavender sprigs if desired. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Do not over-steep lavender to avoid bitterness; steep for 15 minutes only. Use culinary-grade lavender buds, not ornamental varieties. Raw honey dissolves best in warm water and adds subtle complexity. Chill lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving. Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or water as needed. For vegan option, substitute honey with agave or maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per se
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 0.1
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