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Refreshing Lavender Lemonade Spritzer Recipe Easy Homemade Herb Syrup Drink

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A bright, floral, and tangy lavender lemonade spritzer made with homemade herb syrup, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling water. This refreshing drink is quick to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 5–6 medium lemons)
  • 3 cups cold sparkling water
  • Ice cubes (as needed)
  • Lemon slices, for garnish
  • Fresh lavender or herb sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine 1 cup water and 1 cup granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until sugar dissolves completely, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Toss in the dried lavender, rosemary sprigs, thyme (if using), and lemon zest. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to infuse the flavors.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup steep for 20 minutes.
  4. Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the syrup into a clean bowl or jar. Press lightly on the herbs to extract maximum flavor but avoid forcing any bitterness.
  5. Let the herb syrup cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
  6. While the syrup cools, squeeze lemons to get about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp if preferred.
  7. In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup of the chilled herb syrup with 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to mix.
  8. Just before serving, pour in 3 cups of cold sparkling water. Add ice cubes to chill. Stir lightly to blend without losing fizz.
  9. Pour into glasses, garnish with lemon slices and fresh lavender or a sprig of rosemary, and serve.

Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender to avoid bitter or soapy flavors. Do not boil lavender for too long; a gentle simmer and steeping off heat is best. Chill the syrup fully before mixing with sparkling water to preserve fizz. Adjust sweetness by varying syrup or lemon juice amounts. Syrup can be stored refrigerated up to two weeks. For sugar-free versions, use natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit gradually.

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Keywords: lavender lemonade, spritzer, herb syrup, homemade drink, refreshing beverage, floral drink, lemon spritzer, summer drink

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