Elevate your refreshment game with this delightful Sparkling Blueberry Lavender Lemonade. The combination of tangy lemonade, fresh blueberries, and calming lavender creates a visually stunning drink that’s as soothing as it is vibrant—perfect for warm weather or relaxing evenings.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons culinary lavender buds
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- Ice cubes
- Fresh blueberries, for garnish
- Lavender sprigs, for garnish
Instructions:
- Make Lavender Syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and lavender buds. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain and cool.
- Blend Blueberries: In a blender, puree blueberries until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and skins.
- Mix Drink: In a pitcher, combine blueberry puree, cooled lavender syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the blueberry lavender lemonade mixture halfway, and top off with sparkling water.
- Garnish each glass with fresh blueberries and a sprig of lavender.
Enjoy the refreshing beauty of this Sparkling Blueberry Lavender Lemonade.