Here’s a refreshing recipe for Lavender Mint Lemonade!

It is so hot here in California, so we are cooling down with a delicious lemonade infused with lavender and mint. Please read below for the original lavender lemonade recipe & lavender simple syrup recipe below. To make lavender mint simple syrup you simply add a handful of fresh mint leaves (chopped) to the simple syrup mixture. Follow steps for more.

Lavender Lemonade & Lavender Simple Syrup

Refreshing Lavender Mint Lemonade Recipe

Servings 4

Ingredients: 

• 2 1/2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice (4-5 lemons)
• 4 cups of cold water
• 3/4 to 1 cup of lavender mint syrup (depending on how sweet you want it)
• Lemon slices for garnish
• Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish or fresh mint leaves

Method: 

1.  Combine the simple syrup, water, and lemon juice in a large pitcher. If you want to sweeten it more add more syrup.
2. Taste test and see what you may need to adjust. (Lemon or syrup ratio.) You can add the fresh mint to the pitcher for extra flavor. Chill in the refrigerator overnight for the best results.
3. Serve with ice and a fresh sprig of lavender!

Notes:

If you want a little bubbly to this lemonade simply add soda water to the mix. 

This lemonade recipe can work really well with many different herbs.