Description
A refreshing cocktail combining limoncello, lavender simple syrup, and lemon juice, topped with sparkling water and garnished with lemon slices and lavender.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces limoncello
- 1 ounce lavender simple syrup
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- to taste sparkling water or club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- for garnish lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs
- 1 cup water (for the simple syrup)
- 1 cup sugar (for the simple syrup)
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds (for the simple syrup)
Instructions
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Make the Lavender Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat, steep for 15 minutes, strain, and let cool.
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Prepare the Cocktail Mix: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces limoncello, 1 ounce lavender simple syrup, and 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice. Fill with ice and shake well until chilled.
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Assemble the Spritz: Fill a glass with ice cubes, strain the cocktail mixture into the glass, and top with sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently.
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Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lemon slices and a fresh lavender sprig. Serve immediately.
Notes
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This cocktail is perfect for summer gatherings or special occasions.
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Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of lavender simple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail