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Pink lavender lemonade is our go-to thirst quencher when the days are bright and hot. It’s a cheery mix of tangy lemons, juicy strawberries, and fragrant lavender. We love serving it at backyard hangouts and brunches—the color alone gets everyone talking.
One Mother’s Day, I whipped this up using lavender I picked out back. Ever since, it’s been our outdoors celebration favorite. Everyone requests it now when we gather in the sunshine.
Vibrant Ingredients
- Big strawberries: give that lovely pink color and full berry taste. Choose shiny ripe ones for max flavor
- Optional food grade lavender oil: boost the floral notes with just a tiny splash—go easy with oils you can eat
- Lavender sprigs: lend a gentle, fragrant kick without stealing the show. Pick unsprayed blooms with deep fragrance and bright color
- Ice cold water: keeps the drink brisk and bright, right from the get-go
- Water: you’ll need some for making syrup and the rest to water it down at the finish. Filtered gives you the cleanest taste
- Lemon juice: zings things up with sharp citrus. Swap in Meyer lemons if you find them—they’re mild and sweet
- Sugar: sweetens things up and tones down the tart. Granulated works best for this mix
Simple How-To
- Chill and Serve:
- Pour in two cups of ice-cold water, stir it all up, and taste. Add more water if it's too strong for you. Load up your glasses with ice, pour, and garnish with extra berries or lavender
- Strain and Finish:
- Strain the flower-and-berry syrup into a pitcher using a fine mesh sieve. Toss out the leftover bits—the liquid should look clear and bright pink
- Infuse Flavors:
- As soon as it’s boiling, take it off the stove. Drop in the strawberries and lavender, then let everything hang out for fifteen minutes to soak up the flavors and turn the syrup a blushing pink
- Make the Syrup:
- Grab a saucepan for the lemon juice, sugar, and two cups water. Heat it up to a gentle simmer while stirring all the time until it goes see-through and the sugar’s gone
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Nothing beats Meyer lemons for gentle tang and sunny aroma. Every squeeze brings back memories of turning this pink treat into kitchen fun with my kiddos. It’s more than a drink—it’s a happy mess and lots of laughs.
Storing Advice
Keep leftover pink lavender lemonade in a covered jar or pitcher in the fridge for up to three days. Flavors might settle, so give it a quick stir or shake before drinking. Got extras? Freeze in popsicle molds for a cool snack
Easy Swaps
If you’re out of fresh lavender, just use a tiny bit of food-safe lavender oil instead. Out of Meyer lemons? Regular lemons work, but you might want a little more sugar for balance
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Serving Ideas
This pink drink is a showstopper for brunch, showers, or when friends pop over for garden parties. Want to kick it up? Add a splash of bubbly water or a shot of your go-to spirit for grown-ups
Story and Tradition
Lavender lemonades have their roots in Mediterranean summers where fresh herbs and citrus are everything. Strawberries shake things up with a new spin and extra color—totally celebrates the season
Common Recipe Questions
- → Will regular lemons work if I don’t have Meyers?
You can definitely use them, but Meyer lemons taste a little sweeter and less sharp, which makes the floral notes pop even more.
- → What’s the trick for not making the lavender too strong?
Keep it to about two sprigs and don’t let it soak more than 15 minutes. Skip lavender oil unless you’re into bold flavors.
- → Why toss the strawberries into the warm mix?
Letting the strawberries soak while everything’s warm means their flavor and color really seep in and give you that rosy look.
- → Is it alright to prep this ahead of a party?
For sure. Just get it all made and strained, chill it in the fridge, and pour over ice when you’re ready. Easy and super fresh.
- → What toppings make it look extra nice?
Throw in a few fresh lavender sprigs or drop in strawberry slices. Instant upgrade for the look and scent.
- → Why bother straining once it’s steeped?
It pulls out the tough lavender bits and strawberry pieces so your drink is smooth and that pretty pink is clear as day.