Lavender Lemonade Recipe Cocktail Or Mocktail

What’s in This Lavender Lemonade Recipe?

I love classic lemonade, but when I heard about lavender lemonade, I knew I had to make it. Lavender has such a unique floral flavor with hints of rosemary and mint, and it pairs so well with tart and refreshing lemonade.

Make It A Lavender Lemonade Cocktail

As soon as I learned how to make lavender lemonade, my mind immediately went to how to add alcohol. After rigorous experimentation (you’re welcome!), I have found that vodka and gin taste the best. Vodka will give you a buzz without altering the flavor, while gin will play up the floral elements of the drink. A bit of champagne would turn it into a nice, bubbly drink for bridal showers or brunch. Or you could also use tequila instead and make a lavender margarita.

How to Store

You can store a pitcher of lavender lemonade in the fridge for up to 1 week. Make sure the pitcher has an airtight lid on it for the best, freshest results. If you have any leftover beyond a week, I like to pour it into an ice cube tray and make lavender lemonade ice cubes to add to drinks!

Serving Suggestions

I love the idea of this beautiful purple lemonade for a baby shower or gender reveal party, surrounded by delicious desserts. Think glitter lemon cake pops, strawberries foster, or blueberry raspberry coffee cake.

Notes from the Test Kitchen

I recommend adding some purple or blue food coloring to make the color even brighter and prettier, but that is totally optional. It’s a fun twist if you’re making this mocktail for baby or wedding showers, but it’s not necessary.

How to Make Lavender Lemonade Step by Step

Steep the Lavender: Over medium heat, combine 2 cups of water and ½ cup of granulated sugar, bringing to a boil until the sugar is dissolved. Turn off the heat and stir in ¼ cup of honey and 3 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender. Allow the mixture to steep for 2 hours (less if you want less of a lavender taste). Strain the Lavender Syrup: Strain the liquid, pressing the lavender down to make sure you get all of those juices into your mixture! Make the Lemonade: In a large pitcher, combine 2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice, the lavender mixture, and the remaining 4 cups of water. Feel free to add a couple drops of blue or purple food coloring if you want more color than the lavender provides. Makes the lemonade especially cute for those brunches! Serve over ice.