Sip on summer flavors with this lavender lemonade cocktail recipe that blends vodka, fresh lemon, and a hint of lavender for a refreshing twist.
It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a cocktail! I’m looking forward to telling you all about this hard lemonade recipe – because I’m obsessed with one of the ingredients in it: lavender syrup.
It seems to be trendy to use lavender these days in beverages and cocktails, and for good reason. When I first tried a lavender flavored beverage I thought it would be weird, but I was wrong.
The flavor was subtle and the smell as you’re drinking is kind of amazing. Of course I’m assuming you love the lavender smell. Who doesn’t?
If you’re a little bit nervous about this lavender vodka cocktail, don’t be. You might be afraid it tastes like potpourri in your grandmother’s bathroom; it doesn’t. It’s refreshing and sweet.
If you’re ready to try it, check out the recipe below! I’ve got some tips for you on making delicious beverages first, but if you already know what you’re doing keep scrolling.
Remember that making cocktails is both a science and an art, so don’t be afraid to get creative and have fun with your creations. Over time, you’ll develop your own signature cocktails and techniques!
Here’s what you’re going to need to make this lavender lemonade cocktail.
Ingredients (makes one drink)
- 1 ounce lavender syrup
- 1.5 ounces quality bourbon whiskey
- 3.5 ounces lemon soda
- Crushed ice
Hope you enjoyed my tips! Not only does this cocktail taste good – it looks pretty cool as well.
You can check out the printable recipe card below. I’d love to hear what you think about this drink in the comments!
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 oz lavender syrup
- 1.5 oz whiskey
- 3.5 oz prickly pear soda
- Ice cube(s)
Instructions
- Add 1 ounce of lavender syrup to a cocktail glass.
- Add bourbon, lemon prickly pear soda and ice into a cocktail shaker. Stir with a spoon for 20-30 seconds.
- Fill the cocktail glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the drink into the glass from the shaker, pouring right on top of the syrup.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or lavender and serve.
Nutrition
Did you enjoy this lavender vodka cocktail? Let me know in the comments! If you want to see more delicious summer cocktail recipes, check out the following drink posts: