Lavender Lemon Sparkler Recipe-French Special
The Lavender Lemon Sparkler is a sophisticated twist on classic lemonade that combines bright lemon juice, delicate floral lavender, and sparkling bubbles for a refreshing French-special drink. It’s perfect for summer afternoons, garden parties, or whenever you want an elegant refresher. With its tangy lemon flavour, subtle sweetness from honey or simple syrup, and aromatic lavender infusion, this sparkling lemonade delivers both invigorating zest and calming floral notes in every sip. Serve over ice with lemon slices and lavender sprigs to impress!
- Prep Time5 min
- Total Time5 min
Lavender Lemon Sparkler Ingredients :
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons dried lavender buds (or 1/4 cup lavender syrup, optional)
- 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
- Ice
- Lemon slices and lavender sprigs for garnish
How to make Lavender Lemon Sparkler :
Infuse Lavender: In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the dried lavender buds and reduce heat to a simmer. Let it steep for about 10 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and let the lavender water cool.
Prepare Lemonade: In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice and honey (or simple syrup). Stir until the honey is completely dissolved. Add the remaining 1 cup of water and the cooled lavender infusion. Mix well.
Add Sparkle: Just before serving, pour in the sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine, ensuring you retain the bubbles.
Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the lavender lemonade over. Garnish with lemon slices and lavender sprigs if desired.
Recipe Notes:
Adjust Sweetness: Use more or less honey/simple syrup depending on your preference—taste before adding sparkling water to avoid over-sweetening.
Lavender Intensity: Steep lavender just the right time (about 10 minutes) for floral aroma without bitterness. If using lavender syrup instead of buds, reduce honey/simple syrup amount.
Sparkle Just Before Serving: Add sparkling water or club soda right before serving to retain fizz. Store the base lemonade without fizz for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Serve-ware & Garnish: Use clear glasses to show off the color; garnish with lemon slices and lavender sprigs for visual appeal.
Variations & Add-Ins: Try substituting part of the water with iced herbal tea for added depth or adding a splash of gin or vodka for a cocktail version.
