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Lavender Lemonade Refresher

Lavender Lemonade Refresher

Lavender Lemonade Refresher: a refreshing and floral twist on classic lemonade, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Steeping Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups filtered water
  • 3/4 cup sugar adjust to taste
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons dried lavender flowers can substitute with dried mint or basil
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 4-6 lemons, can substitute with lime or orange juice
For Serving
  • ice ice cubes use as needed
  • lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring 2 cups of filtered water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons of dried lavender flowers and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let the lavender steep for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Strain the lavender-infused water into a pitcher using a fine mesh strainer.
  4. Add 3/4 cup of sugar and 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pitcher, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  5. Pour in an additional 2 cups of filtered water and stir to combine.
  6. Serve over ice, garnishing each glass with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 50mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness as desired and consider substituting water with club soda for a sparkling version.

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