Sylvie’s Lavender Lemonade
Inspired by a recipe developed by Linda Dowling from the Happy Valley Lavender Farm in Metchosin, BC.
Ingredients
5 cups water, divided
1 cup sugar
1 tbsp lavender, or more to taste
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, strained
ice cubes
Preparation
- Combine 2 1⁄2 cups water with sugar in Multipurpose Pot - 8 cup. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
- Add the lavender, cover and remove from heat. Let steep at least 20 minutes (and up to several hours).
- Strain mixture and discard lavender. Pour into a glass pitcher. Stir in lemon juice and remaining water.
- Pour into tall glasses half-filled with ice, or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 140, Fat 0 g (Saturated 0 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 10 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g (Fibre 0 g, Sugars 35 g), Protein 0 g.