Lavender Basil Bliss

This Lavender Basil Lemonade is like summer in a glass! The refreshing combination of floral lavender, fragrant basil, and zesty lemon creates a delightful and invigorating drink that's perfect for warm weather. The subtle sweetness from honey or coconut sugar balances the tartness of the lemon, making it a refreshing and sophisticated beverage for any occasion.

Lavender Basil Bliss

A refreshing and sophisticated lemonade infused with lavender, basil, and a hint of sweetness, creating the perfect summer drink.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried lavender
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil (roughly chopped)
  • 2-3 tablespoons honey or coconut sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ice

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring the dried lavender and 1 cup of water to a boil.
  2. If using coconut or granulated sugar, add it to the water.
  3. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the basil, then cover and let it steep for 10 minutes.
  4. Squeeze the lemon juice into a pitcher and stir in the honey.
  5. Stir in the remaining cup of water.
  6. Once the basil has steeped, strain the mixture into the pitcher with the lemon juice.
  7. Stir well and adjust sweetness to taste with honey or water.
  8. Chill the lemonade in the fridge.
  9. To serve, pour the lemonade over a glass of ice and garnish with lavender and basil.