Description
A refreshing and floral Coconut Lavender Lemonade Mocktail combining tangy fresh lemon juice with aromatic lavender, hydrating coconut water, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey or agave syrup. Perfect for a relaxing summer drink or a delightful non-alcoholic option that’s easy to make and beautifully garnished.
Ingredients
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Lavender Infusion
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
- 1/2 cup water
Mocktail
- 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup (or to taste)
- 1 cup coconut water
- 2 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lavender sprigs (for garnish, optional)
- Thin lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Lavender Infusion: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water with the dried culinary lavender. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer, then remove from heat. Let the lavender steep in the hot water for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the desired intensity of the lavender flavor.
- Strain Lavender: Strain the infused liquid through a fine mesh sieve or strainer into a separate container, discarding the lavender buds. This lavender infusion will serve as the flavor base for the mocktail.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, strained lavender infusion, coconut water, cold water, and honey or agave syrup. Stir thoroughly until the sweetener is completely dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or syrup if preferred.
- Prepare Glasses: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes to keep the lemonade chilled and refreshing.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the coconut lavender lemonade over the ice in each glass. Garnish with fresh lavender sprigs and thin lemon slices for an elegant and aromatic presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy this cool, floral, and hydrating mocktail, perfect for warm weather or any relaxing occasion.
Notes
- The lavender infusion strength can be adjusted by steeping time; longer steeping yields a more concentrated flavor.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled lemon juice will alter the taste.
- Honey or agave syrup amounts can be modified to suit your sweetness preference or dietary needs.
- For a fizzy version, replace cold water with sparkling water just before serving.
- Ensure ice cubes are plentiful to keep the mocktail chilled without diluting too quickly.
