Quench your thirst and indulge your senses with Amy's tantalizing Lavender Lemonade, a delightful fusion of zesty lemons and soothing lavender. This refreshing beverage is not only visually appealing with its delicate purple hue, but also offers a harmonious blend of tangy and floral notes.
As you sip on this enchanting lemonade, the vibrant lemon flavor invigorates your palate, while the subtle hints of lavender add a touch of elegance and tranquility. Perfect for warm summer days, garden parties, or simply as a refreshing treat, Amy's Lavender Lemonade is sure to impress your friends and family with its unique and delightful taste. This article provides two variations of this delightful beverage: a classic stovetop method and a simplified microwave version, catering to different preferences and time constraints. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed, and utterly satisfied.
LAVENDER LEMONADE
Lavender Lemonade is a fragrant, refreshing, and beautiful drink. This Lavender Lemonade Recipe is the ultimate party drink to make for baby shower drinks, wedding showers, Summer BBQs, and more! Cheers to Spring! This Purple Lemonade is such a pretty sip to bring to any party.
Provided by Becky Hardin - The Cookie Rookie
Categories Drinks
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Over medium heat, combine two cups of water and sugar, bringing to a boil until sugar is dissolved. Turn off of the heat and stir in honey and lavender.
- Allow mixture to steep for 2 hours (less if you want less of a lavender taste). Strain the liquid, pressing the lavender down to make sure you get all of those juices into your mixture!
- In a large pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, lavender mixture and 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.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Sodium 21 mg, Sugar 45 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LAVENDER LEMONADE
Enjoy this refreshing and soothing drink any time of the year.
Provided by Jennifer K
Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the lavender in a pitcher; pour the boiling water over the lavender; cover with plastic wrap and allow to steep 10 minutes; strain and discard the lavender from the water and return the water to the pitcher. Add the cold water, lemon juice, and sugar to the pitcher and stir until the sugar dissolves. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 4.8 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
LAVENDER LEMONADE
I never knew you could cook with lavender until I was on vacation in France. I was served a refreshing lavender and vanilla scented lemonade that just hit the spot on that warm, sunny afternoon. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat; add lavender. Cover and let stand for 2-4 hours., Strain, discarding lavender. Stir in lemon juice, vanilla and remaining water. Chill; serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
AMY'S LAVENDER LEMONADE
Steps:
- Place ice cubes into a 2 quart pitcher. Place the lavender into a bowl, and pour boiling water over it. Allow to steep for about 10 minutes, then strain out the lavender and discard. Mix the sugar into the hot lavender water, then pour into the pitcher with the ice. Squeeze the juice from the lemons into the pitcher, getting as much juice as you can. Top off the pitcher with cold water, and stir. Taste, and adjust lemon juice or sugar if desired. Pour into tall glasses, pull up a lawn chair and a good book, and relax!
LAVENDER LEMONADE
You'll be surprised by what a natural pairing soothing lavender and lively citrus make in this refreshing brew.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Using a vegetable peeler, remove zest from two lemons, leaving white pith behind. Squeeze all of the lemons for 2/3 cup juice and set aside. In a large pot bring 5 1/2 cups of water and zest to a boil over high heat. Stir in the lavender. Partially cover the pot, lower the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place a large strainer lined with cheesecloth or a damp paper towel over another pot or heat-proof bowl. Strain tea, pressing on herbs to extract all liquid. Stir in honey until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice. Let cool completely, about 45 minutes. Fill four tall glasses with ice. Pour tea over ice and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use high-quality lavender. Fresh or dried culinary lavender buds will give your lemonade the best flavor. Avoid using scented or potpourri lavender, as these can be toxic.
- Make a lavender simple syrup. This is a great way to infuse your lemonade with lavender flavor. Simply combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in lavender buds. Let steep for at least 30 minutes, then strain out the lavender buds.
- Use fresh lemons. Freshly squeezed lemon juice will give your lemonade the best flavor. Avoid using bottled lemon juice, as it can be bitter.
- Sweeten to taste. The amount of sugar you add to your lemonade is a matter of personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Serve chilled. Lavender lemonade is best served chilled. You can chill it in the refrigerator for at least an hour, or you can serve it over ice.
Conclusion:
Lavender lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a summer drink to cool you down or a party punch to serve at your next gathering, lavender lemonade is sure to be a hit.
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