Lavender infused lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that is perfect for a summer party or a relaxing afternoon. The combination of lavender and lemonade creates a unique and delightful taste that is sure to please everyone. This recipe by Martha Stewart is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the benefits of lavender. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a refreshing and flavorful drink that is both healthy and delicious.
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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.
LAVENDER-INFUSED LEMONADE
Lemonade gets an extra burst of flavor from a few springs of fresh lavender.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring sugar and water to a boil in a saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Stir in lavender. Remove from heat, and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain, discarding lavender. Let cool. Stir in lemon juice. Serve over ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs.
LAVENDER INFUSED LEMONADE -MARTHA STEWART
Make and share this Lavender Infused Lemonade -Martha Stewart recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Pixies Kitchen
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring sugar and water to a boil in a saucepan stirring until sugar has dissolved. Stir in Lavender. Remove from heat, and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain, discarding Lavender. Let cool. Stir in lemon juice. (Lemonade can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.) Serve over ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs.
LAVENDER LEMONADE FOR ADULTS!
Make and share this Lavender Lemonade for Adults! recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Beverages
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil in a 2-qt saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Add lavender stems and remove from heat.
- Cover the pot and allow mixture to cool about 10 minutes.
- Remove lavender stems from syrup and strain syrup to remove small pieces of flower.
- In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice, remaining water and lavender syrup and stir well. Chill for about 1 hour in refrigerator.
- Add vodka and stir. Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with lemon slices.
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.
LEMONADE
For stronger lemon flavor, add some juiced lemon halves (wash lemons before squeezing) to the lemonade.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat sugar and 1 cup water over medium-high heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves; remove from heat.
- Stir in lemon juice and 6 cups water. Strain, if desired, into a large container; refrigerate until cool, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve over ice.
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
Tips:
- Use fresh lavender flowers for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lavender, you can use dried lavender buds, but reduce the amount to 1/4 cup.
- Steep the lavender in hot water for at least 30 minutes to extract the flavor. You can also steep the lavender overnight for a more intense flavor.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove the lavender buds from the lemonade.
- Add honey or simple syrup to taste, if desired.
- Serve the lemonade chilled, over ice.
Conclusion:
Lavender-infused lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its beautiful purple color and delicate lavender flavor, this lemonade is sure to impress your guests.
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