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Refreshing Lavender Lemonade

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A simple and elegant homemade lavender lemonade with a floral twist, perfect for summer gatherings and refreshing afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 large fresh lemons (to yield about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary-grade lavender buds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 5 cups water (1.2 liters), divided between hot and cold
  • Ice cubes for serving
  • Optional: fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roll the lemons on the countertop to soften, then juice them using a citrus juicer or reamer to yield about 1 cup (240 ml) of lemon juice. Strain out any seeds and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of water and 1 cup (200 g) sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender buds. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes.
  4. Strain the lavender syrup through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or pitcher, pressing gently to extract all the syrup and remove lavender buds.
  5. Add the fresh lemon juice to the lavender syrup, then pour in 4 cups (960 ml) of cold water. Stir well to combine. Adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more water or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Refrigerate the lavender lemonade for at least 1 hour to chill and let flavors meld.
  7. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender buds to avoid bitterness. Steep lavender for exactly 15 minutes to prevent soapy flavors. Roll lemons before juicing to maximize juice yield. Adjust sweetness and tartness to taste. For a low-sugar version, reduce sugar by half and add sparkling water for fizz. Store in refrigerator up to 3 days; flavors improve after a day.

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