Blueberry Lavender Lemonade

Directions

  1. 1Add sugar, water, zest, and lavender to a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2Add sugar, water, zest, and lavender to a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. 3Add sugar, water, zest, and lavender to a small saucepan over medium heat.
  4. 4Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  5. 5Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  6. 6Bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  7. 7Remove from heat and let infuse for up to an hour.
  8. 8Remove from heat and let infuse for up to an hour.
  9. 9Remove from heat and let infuse for up to an hour.
  10. 10Strain and cool completely before using the simple syrup.
  11. 11Strain and cool completely before using the simple syrup.
  12. 12Strain and cool completely before using the simple syrup.
  13. 13Add lemon juice and blueberries to a blender and blend until smooth.
  14. 14Add lemon juice and blueberries to a blender and blend until smooth.
  15. 15Add lemon juice and blueberries to a blender and blend until smooth.
  16. 16Strain the lemon/blueberry juice through a fine mesh sieve.
  17. 17Strain the lemon/blueberry juice through a fine mesh sieve.
  18. 18Strain the lemon/blueberry juice through a fine mesh sieve.
  19. 19Add the lemon/blueberry juice to a large pitcher filled with ice.
  20. 20Add the lemon/blueberry juice to a large pitcher filled with ice.
  21. 21Add the lemon/blueberry juice to a large pitcher filled with ice.
  22. 22Pour in the simple syrup and 2 cups of water and stir well.
  23. 23Pour in the simple syrup and 2 cups of water and stir well.
  24. 24Pour in the simple syrup and 2 cups of water and stir well.
  25. 25Add another 1 cup water if desired.
  26. 26Add another 1 cup water if desired.
  27. 27Add another 1 cup water if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary grade lavender
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary grade lavender
  • 1 tbsp dried culinary grade lavender
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 cups water

Equipment

small saucepanblenderfine mesh sievelarge pitcher

Tips

  • For a stronger lavender flavor, let the simple syrup infuse for up to an hour.
  • For best results, double strain the lemon/blueberry juice.
  • This lemonade makes an amazing simple cocktail with vodka and club soda.