Lavender Basil Bliss
This Lavender Basil Lemonade is a delightful and refreshing drink, perfect for a hot summer day. The combination of floral lavender, fresh basil, and tangy lemon creates a unique and invigorating flavor that will instantly transport you to a sunny garden. It's a balance of sweet and tart, making it a delightful treat to enjoy any time.
Lavender Basil Bliss
A refreshing and aromatic lemonade infused with lavender, basil, and honey, perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon dried lavender
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (roughly chopped + more for garnish)
- 1-2 tablespoons honey OR coconut and or granulated sugar*
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ice (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring the dried lavender and 1/2 cup of water to a boil. If using coconut or granulated sugar, add it to the water as well.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add the basil. Cover and let it steep for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the lemon juice into a tall glass pitcher. Stir in the honey (unless you already added sugar earlier).
- Stir in 1/2 cup water. Once the basil has steeped, strain the mixture into the pitcher with the lemon juice.
- Stir well and taste. Adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding water or honey as needed.
- Chill the lemonade in the fridge until cold.
- To serve, pour the lemonade over a glass of crushed ice. Garnish with lavender and basil. Enjoy!