Lavender Limoncello Spritz
A refreshing cocktail combining zesty lemon, fragrant lavender, and sparkling bubbles, perfect for spring celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Cocktail
- 2 ounces limoncello A sweet Italian lemon liqueur
- 1 ounce lavender simple syrup See recipe below
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice For best flavor
- Sparkling water or club soda To top the drink
- Ice cubes For serving
- Lemon slices and fresh lavender sprigs For garnish
For the Lavender Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds Ensure culinary grade to avoid bitterness
Instructions
Preparing the Lavender Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and dried lavender buds. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let it steep for about 15 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender buds.
- Let the syrup cool to room temperature and store any extra syrup in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Preparing the Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the limoncello, lavender simple syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
Assembling the Spritz
- Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- Strain the limoncello mixture into the glass.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda and stir gently to combine.
Garnishing and Serving
- Garnish with lemon slices and a fresh lavender sprig.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Lavender Limoncello Spritz!
Notes
For the best results, use high-quality, artisanal limoncello and culinary-grade lavender. Adjust the sweetness of the cocktail by modifying the amount of lavender simple syrup as desired.