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Lavender Lemonade Recipe (Naturally Pink + Refreshing)

There are a lot of great reasons to make this lavender lemonade recipe. First and foremost, you get an awesome-tasting lemonade that is perfect for hot spring and summer days. Second, your kitchen will smell incredible—like the barn here at B&B Family Farm. Lastly, you get a beautiful, naturally pink lemonade that is sure to impress your guests.

It’s also an easy recipe to make and uses simple ingredients.

This recipe is Vegan, Gluten Free, and Soy Free.

2 Liter Lavender Lemonade Recipe

This recipe is Vegan, Gluten Free, and Soy Free.

lavender lemonade in a glass pitcher with lemon slices, ice, and lavender sprigs on a light surface

Ingredients

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup agave syrup
  • 4 tablespoons Angustifolia lavender bud
    (Do NOT use French lavender—it will not taste pleasant)
  • 3–4 cups water (does not need to be precise)
  • 2 liter container
  • Medium sized pot or saucepan with lid
Culinary Lavender

Instructions

Step 1

Place approximately 4 cups of water in a saucepan or pot with a lid. Add the agave syrup and 4 tablespoons of lavender bud. Give the mixture a light stir.

Step 2

Place the pot over high heat with the lid on until it starts to boil. Once boiling, reduce to low heat and let it boil (covered) for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Turn off the heat and move the pot to a cool burner. Let it sit for 45–60 minutes.

The goal is to allow the steam inside the pot to cool, condense, and return to the liquid—enhancing the lavender flavor.

👉 By this time, your kitchen (and probably your house) should smell amazing.

Step 4

Once cooled, place a fine mesh colander over a medium bowl. Pour the mixture through the colander so the lavender buds are separated and the liquid is collected.

Step 5

Discard the lavender buds. Add the lavender/agave mixture and 1 cup of fresh lemon juice into a 2 liter container. Fill the remaining space with cold water and stir well.

Step 6

You’re done! Pour over ice, relax, and enjoy the flavor and aroma.

step-by-step process of making lavender lemonade showing simmering lavender, covered steeping, straining, and mixing with lemon juice

Pro Tip:

What Makes This Recipe Different?

This method uses a covered steeping process, allowing condensed steam to return to the mixture. This helps create a smoother, more developed lavender flavor without bitterness.

What Does Lavender Lemonade Taste Like?

Lavender lemonade has a bright citrus base with a soft floral finish. When done correctly, the lavender enhances the lemonade instead of overpowering it.

Best Lavender to Use

Best Lavender to Use

  • English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
  • Culinary-grade lavender only

Avoid:

  • French lavender / Lavandin (too strong and bitter)

 

👉 Is Lavender Edible
👉 Lavender vs Lavandin

Quick Answer: How to Make Lavender Lemonade

  • Simmer lavender, water, and agave
  • Let steep and cool
  • Strain
  • Mix with lemon juice and water
  • Serve cold

Frequently Asked Questions About Lavender Lemonade

Using the wrong type of lavender or overcooking can create bitterness.

Yes, but agave blends more smoothly and gives a cleaner flavor.

Store in the refrigerator and consume within a few days for best flavor.

Yes, this recipe is great for making ahead and serving chilled.

Learn More About Cooking with Lavender

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If you're visiting Sequim during lavender season, B&B Family Lavender Farm offers a relaxed, less crowded experience with wide open fields and handcrafted lavender products.

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