Lavender Lemonade

It's time you give lemonade an elegant spin that’s perfect for brunch, parties, or any spring or summer afternoon spent outdoors. Looking to impress your guests? This lavender lemonade is not just pretty to look at, it’s fragrant, refreshing, and the perfect balance between tart and sweet.

Forget the powdered lemonade you may have used as a kid and upgrade to homemade lemonade by making an easy simple syrup. To give the classic drink its unexpected twist, we infused the syrup with dried lavender flowers (the culinary kind that are safe to eat). The end result is a drink with a lightly floral flavor that feels special—without being overwhelming. Combine the syrup with freshly squeezed lemons and sprigs of mint for a lovely drink you’ll be reaching for all summer long.

What is lavender lemonade good for?

We couldn’t think of anything more refreshing than lemonade on a hot summer day. Make this lavender lemonade for a picnic, backyard barbecue, or afternoon on the porch. It’s a non-alcoholic drink that’s perfect for baby showers or sharing with kids. Add a splash of vodka (or any alcohol you prefer) for a fun Mother’s Day or bridal shower cocktail.  

How do you make lavender lemonade from scratch?

Lavender lemonade is just as easy to make as regular lemonade as long as you have the right ingredients: lemons (of course), simple syrup, and water. Simple syrup is just a combination of sugar and water that’s been heated up, but we’re adding culinary lavender to give it a hint of floral flavor. To make things even easier, you can make the lavender syrup up to 1 week in advance.

To serve the lavender lemonade, pick out your favorite pitcher and combine the lemon juice, water, and lavender syrup. Add some mint for freshness, then serve over ice with pretty sprigs of lavender. To give the drink a pop of color, add a couple drops of lavender food coloring for a truly purple drink.

Is all lavender edible?

Most types of lavender are edible, but for the best flavor we suggest using dried culinary lavender. It's safe to eat and its lightly floral, sweet, and citrusy flavor means it’s perfect for lemonade. If you have lavender growing in your garden, you can also dry your own lavender flowers. Just be sure that they weren’t sprayed with any chemicals.