Description
Cool lavender meets zesty lime in this refreshing summer drink. Delicate floral notes blend seamlessly with tangy citrus, creating a sophisticated beverage that delights the senses and cools you down instantly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 limes
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons culinary lavender
- 1 cup sugar
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups boiling water
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Additions:
- 1–3 drops neon purple food coloring
- Ice (for serving)
- Lavender buds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a fine mesh strainer and position lavender within it, ready for an aromatic infusion.
- Pour boiling water over the lavender, allowing the delicate floral essence to permeate the liquid. Optional: incorporate food coloring for visual appeal. Let the infusion cool completely.
- Create a silky vanilla-sweetened syrup by combining sugar and vanilla extract with cold water in a saucepan. Heat the mixture, stirring gently until sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat.
- Extract fresh citrus juices from limes and lemon, ensuring a vibrant, tangy base for the beverage.
- Transfer the prepared vanilla syrup into a spacious pitcher, creating a sweet foundation for the limeade.
- Introduce the freshly squeezed citrus juices into the pitcher, blending them with the vanilla syrup.
- Strain the lavender-infused water into the pitcher, integrating the floral undertones with the citrusy mixture.
- Incorporate ice cubes to rapidly chill the beverage and maintain its refreshing temperature.
- For an elegant presentation, garnish each serving with delicate lavender buds, elevating the visual and aromatic experience of the drink.
- Serve immediately, offering a sophisticated and cooling refreshment.
Notes
- Lavender infusion adds a delicate, aromatic twist to classic limeade, transforming an ordinary drink into a sophisticated summer refreshment.
- Straining lavender ensures a smooth, grit-free beverage while extracting maximum floral essence without overwhelming bitterness.
- Creating a sugar syrup helps dissolve sweetener completely, preventing grainy texture and ensuring consistent flavor throughout the drink.
- Chilling with ice immediately after mixing helps lock in fresh citrus flavors and creates an instantly refreshing beverage.
- Optional food coloring can enhance visual appeal, making the limeade more vibrant and Instagram-worthy for special gatherings.
- Using fresh citrus juices guarantees a bright, zesty flavor that store-bought alternatives cannot match.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 136
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg