An Easy Guide To Homemade Lavender Liqueur And Delicious Cocktails

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Embark on a journey of botanical bliss with homemade lavender liqueur – a fragrant and versatile addition to your home bar. Elevate your mixology skills as we delve into the art of crafting lavender-infused spirits and explore a medley of delightful cocktails that celebrate the essence of this enchanting herb.

This easy guide to homemade lavender liqueur and delicious cocktails is a fun and festive way to bring a botanical and unique flavor to your cocktail recipes. The lavender flavor is perfect for a summery brunch table or happy hour. It would pair beautifully with this French tomato tart or these Belgian waffles.

Selecting Lavender

English lavender is the most popular choice for culinary enthusiasts. It is lighter and sweeter than its French counterpart. Culinary lavender flowers taste of floral flavors similar to rosemary and mint. They can be used to make a variety of edible creations such as lavender sugar, ice cream, lavender syrup, and baked goods. The leaves can be used just like fresh herbs – or dried to use in the same manner. 

Organic dried lavender buds are easy to find online – make sure to get food grade to avoid any pesticides. The floral aroma is a treat to the senses when you prepare this delicious recipe. 

Making Lavender Liqueur: A Floral Alchemy

As far as drink recipes go, this one is simple. Only 3 ingredients plus time and you will enjoy a delicious and refreshing cocktail.

Ingredients For Homemade Lavender Liqueur And Delicious Cocktails

• 2 cups vodka or your choice of neutral spirit
• 1/2 cup dried culinary lavender buds
• 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)

Instructions To Make Homemade Lavender Liqueur And Delicious Cocktails

1. Infusing Lavender:

• In a clean, airtight jar, combine the vodka and dried lavender buds. Seal the jar and let it infuse in a cool, dark place for 3-4 weeks. Give the jar a gentle swirl every few days to enhance the infusion.

2. Straining the Infusion:

• After the infusion period, strain the lavender-infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer, coffee filter, or cheesecloth into a clean glass container. Ensure no lavender particles remain in the liquid.

3. Sweetening the Liqueur (optional):

• In a saucepan, heat equal parts sugar and water to create a simple syrup. Allow it to cool completely before adding it to the lavender-infused vodka. Adjust the sweetness to your preference. I made mine with 1/4 cup of each sugar and water in a small saucepan but you can make up to one cup.

4. Bottling:

• Pour the lavender liqueur into a sterilized glass bottle, sealing it tightly. Allow the liqueur to rest for an additional week to let the flavors meld.

Lavender Liqueur Cocktails: A Symphony of Flavors

1. Lavender Martini:

• 2 oz lavender liqueur
• 1 oz gin or vodka
• 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
• Ice
• Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with fresh lavender sprigs.

2. Lavender Lemonade Fizz:

• 1 1/2 oz lavender liqueur
• 3 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• Ice
• Mix lavender liqueur and fresh lemon juice in a tall glass with ice cubes. Top with sparkling water and stir gently. Garnish with lemon peels.

3. Lavender Mojito:

• 2 oz lavender liqueur
• 1 oz white rum
• Fresh mint leaves
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• Soda water
• Muddle mint leaves with lime juice in a cocktail glass. Add lavender liqueur, rum, and ice. Top with soda water and stir. Garnish with mint sprigs.

4. Lavender Cosmopolitan:

• 1 1/2 oz lavender liqueur
• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 1 oz vodka
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• Ice
• Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a twist of orange peel.

Wrapping Up An Easy Guide To Homemade Lavender Liqueur And Delicious Cocktails

With your homemade lavender liqueur in hand, the world of mixology becomes a canvas for creative concoctions. Whether you prefer the elegance of a Lavender Martini or the refreshing zest of a Lavender Lemonade Fizz, these lavender-infused cocktails invite you to savor the delicate floral notes in every sip. Enjoy the art of crafting botanical elixirs and indulging in the sophistication of lavender-infused liquor!

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A Guide to Homemade Lavender Liqueur and Delicious Cocktails

Delicious tastes and aromas are added to vodka (or any liqueur) to create fun and unique cocktails. Lavender buds, water, and time create a lovely brew of botanical indulgence.

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Prep Time:5 minutes mins

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Ingredients

• 2 cups vodka or your choice of neutral spirit
• 1/2 cup dried culinary lavender buds
• 1/4 cup simple syrup equal parts sugar and water

Instructions

• In a clean, airtight jar, combine the vodka and dried lavender buds. Seal the jar and let it infuse in a cool, dark place for 3-4 weeks. Give the jar a gentle swirl every few days to enhance the infusion.
• After the infusion period, strain the lavender-infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer, coffee filter, or cheesecloth into a clean glass container. Ensure no lavender particles remain in the liquid.
• In a small saucepan, heat equal parts sugar and water to create a simple syrup. Allow it to cool completely before adding it to the lavender-infused vodka. Adjust the sweetness to your preference. I made mine with 1/4 cup of each sugar and water, but you can make up to one cup.
• Pour the lavender liqueur into a sterilized glass bottle, sealing it tightly. Allow the liqueur to rest for an additional week to let the flavors meld

Notes

Be sure to get culinary food-grade lavender buds.

Course: Drinks

Keyword: Lavender, Lavender cocktails

Author: Sarah