Best 3 Lavender Soda Recipes

Lavender soda is a unique and refreshing beverage that combines the floral and aromatic flavors of lavender with the sweetness of soda. Crafting the perfect lavender soda requires a delicate balance of ingredients and attention to detail. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps of creating delightful lavender soda at home, providing tips for selecting the right lavender, steeping methods, and achieving the perfect carbonation. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you'll be able to enjoy a delicious and aromatic lavender soda that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY LAVENDER SODA RECIPE BY TASTY

Honey Lavender Soda Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: honey syrup, dried lavender buds, seltzer water

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories Drinks

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 cup honey syrup, see recipe
1 tablespoon dried lavender buds
seltzer water, for serving

Steps:

Add the simple honey syrup and lavender to a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, until slightly reduced. Let cool completely, then strain into an airtight glass container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
To serve, mix 1-2 tablespoons of honey lavender syrup with 8 ounces of seltzer water in a glass over ice.
Nutrition, per 1 tablespoon Calories: 16 Sugars: 4 grams
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 0 grams

LAVENDER SODA

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Make and share this Lavender Soda recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AlainaF

Categories Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups syrup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup lavender flowers
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
2 cups water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
soda water
1 lime

Steps:

Bring to a boil sugar, water, lavender and ginger. Lower to a simmer and cook down for 20 minutes to 30 minutes, or until it begins to get a bit syrupy.
Cool and strain, add vanilla.
You may add a bit of violet or blue dye if you wish.
Mix 1 to 3 lavender syrup to soda water over ice in highball glass.
Garnish with lime and a few lavender flowers.

LAVENDER SODA

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Lavender has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy, and does indeed appear to have antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-convulsive, and last but certainly not least - anti-depressant properties. What a great drink to have on a hot summers day.

Provided by Stormy Stewart

Categories Other Drinks

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 c lavender flowers
1 c sugar
2-3 Tbsp chopped crystallized ginger
2 c water
1 tsp vanilla
lemon or lime soda (sprite will do)

Steps:

1. Bring to a boil sugar, water, lavender and ginger. Lower to simmer and cook down for 20 min. to half an hour, or until it begins to get a bit syrupy. Cool and strain, add vanilla. You may add a bit of violet or blue dye if you wish (natural ones are available).
2. Mix 1 part lavender syrup to 3 parts soda water over ice in highball glasses. Garnish with lime and a few lavender flowers.

Tips:

For a more intense lavender flavor, use culinary lavender buds instead of extract.
If you don't have fresh lavender, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried lavender buds.
To make a sparkling lavender soda, add 1 cup of club soda to the mixture before serving.
Garnish your lavender soda with a sprig of fresh lavender or a lemon twist.
For a vegan version of this recipe, use agave nectar or another vegan sweetener instead of honey.

Conclusion:

Lavender soda is a refreshing and unique beverage that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer it sparkling or still, sweet or tart, lavender soda is a delicious and delightful treat that is sure to please everyone.