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    Strawberry Lavender Lemonade

    May 27, 2010 · Modified: Jun 25, 2021 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 14 Comments

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    Strawberry Lavender Lemonade - Andrea Meyers

    We started growing culinary lavender in our garden two summers ago, then last summer had to move the plants to pots to make room for more vegetables. One of my lavenders didn’t fare well, but the other two were doing splendidly until the uber snow storms of 2010. They look rather spindly now, a mere shell of their glory last spring when the bees played among the purple flowers. So I’m starting over with a few new plants in the garden and hopefully a better location for them, and maybe we will once again harvest some beautiful lavender flowers next summer. At least I had a few buds leftover from last summer.

    Bumblebee in the lavendar - Andrea Meyers

    If you want to grow your own lavender for culinary uses, choose a Lavandula angustifolia rather than lavendin, the flavor is better suited for cooking. We grow Munstead and Hidcote, both of which are very common English varieties, as well as a variety called Buena Vista, which is winter hardy for our area. To harvest the flowers, simply cut the flower stems and make a bundle, then wrap a rubber band around the bottom. Hang upside down in a dark dry place for about a week or so, then gently remove the flowers from the stems. Store in a food safe tin or plastic container in the cupboard away from light.

    Michael once considered lavender an acquired taste, but with this lemonade I think he is sold. The lavender is a flavor that mixes well with the strawberries and lemons, making me think of warm summer days in the flower garden. If lavender is a new flavor for you or if you prefer a hint of lavender, use just ½ tablespoon of the buds, or if you like a stronger lavender flavor go for the full tablespoon. It takes only a few minutes to prepare the strawberry lavender syrup, and it’s so worth it, plus it will make a delicious addition to any Memorial Day cookout.

    Variations

    Bubbly lemonade: In step 2 omit the water. Just before serving, add 2-½ cups cold seltzer water.

    Spiked lemonade: In step 2 add 1 cup of water and 1-½ cups of vodka.

    Strawberries, lemons, and lavender - Andrea Meyers

    Andrea Meyers - Grow Your Own logo I hope you will join us for Grow Your Own this year. Simply write about a dish you created with your homegrown, foraged, raised, or hunted foods (anything is welcome, whether plant or animal), and then send your post information to me. May 31 is the deadline for this month, and I will post a roundup of all the dishes a few days after.

    Strawberry Lavender Lemonade - Andrea Meyers
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    Strawberry Lavender Lemonade

    Adapted from Lemonade, by Fred Thompson.
    Course: Beverage
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: lavender, lemon, strawberries
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 164kcal
    Author: Andrea

    Equipment

    • medium saucepan with a lid
    • wire mesh strainer
    • 2-quart glass pitcher

    Ingredients

    • 10 fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced + more for garnish)
    • ½ to 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds
    • 4½ cups water
    • 1½ to 1¾ cups granulated sugar (depending on the sweetness of the strawberries)
    • 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
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    Preparation

    • In the medium saucepan, add the 10 sliced strawberries, lavender buds, 2 cups of water, and the sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat and stir to dissolve the sugar. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and cool to room temperature.
    • Place the wire mesh strainer over the top of the glass pitcher and pour the strawberry mixture through it. Set aside the leftover strawberries and lavender, they are good over ice cream. Stir in the remaining 2-½ cups water and the lemon juice. Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until very cold, at least 2 hours. Serve over ice with strawberry slices for garnish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Sources for Dried Lavender

    • Blue Moon Lavender
    • LocalHarvest.org – lavender

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    Comments

    1. Sharlene Thomas says

      May 27, 2010 at 4:49 pm

      Mmmmm. I love lemonade. Never thought of adding Lavender. Gonna have to try this. Thanks for the recipe...

      Reply
    2. shannon abdollmohammadi says

      May 27, 2010 at 8:06 pm

      I have had strawberry lavender lemonade sorbet once and I bet this is just as beautiful and delicious!!!

      Reply
    3. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

      May 27, 2010 at 10:20 pm

      I love love love lavender lemonade. I also love lavender-lemon tea cakes. The lemon is the perfect balance, isn't it?

      Reply
    4. johanna says

      May 28, 2010 at 6:10 am

      oh my, this is such a great idea! i will have to try it... have lots of lavender in the garden, so i'll be making this for our next bbq!

      Reply
    5. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

      May 28, 2010 at 10:36 am

      We have so much lavender growing in our backyard that you'd think I would be harvesting the stuff and packaging it up for use. Nope. I buy it 🙂 I haven't tried it in lemonade... sounds like it would add some interesting flavor. Looks pretty too!

      Reply
    6. Alisa - Frugal Foodie says

      May 28, 2010 at 3:45 pm

      Hmm, yes, I love the scent of lavender but it is bit fragrant to the taste for me ... but in something like this lemonade it look like a definite maybe for my taste buds 🙂

      We're still getting the snow out west, in fact it is snowing AGAIN today. Who said California and Nevada are warm?

      Reply
    7. A&N says

      May 28, 2010 at 7:29 pm

      I will be honest here. I'm not a huge fan of strawberry lemonade. I like mine simple.

      But that picture? that picture is going to haunt me. Considering I have 17 lbs of strawberries in my freezer 😀

      Reply
    8. Katerina says

      May 29, 2010 at 1:15 pm

      Great recipe! I have lavender growing as well and a few years ago I made a chocolate lavender cake which was delicious. But you have just giving me the best idea around beverages. I am totally going to check out this recipe.

      Reply
    9. my little expat kitchen says

      June 02, 2010 at 4:06 am

      I have bought a bunch of dried lavender bulbs and didn't know what to do with them. You've given me a great summery idea. Thanks!
      Magda

      Reply
    10. Sarah says

      June 03, 2010 at 7:42 am

      YUM! This looks so tasty and refreshing 🙂

      Reply
    11. Cookin' Canuck says

      June 14, 2010 at 12:07 pm

      My husband just came home with a lavender plant yesterday and I've been thinking of ways to use the fragrant flower. This refreshing lemonade sounds like a wonderful option!

      Reply
    12. Pam Ronald says

      June 29, 2010 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks Andrea

      I will definitely try this summer drink. We have lots of lavender in our garden and strawberries too. I posted a recipe for Grow your own

      http://scienceblogs.com/tomorrowstable/2010/06/grow_your_own.php

      Please let me know if you need any more information to include it on the June list

      Reply
    13. AndreaChicago says

      June 24, 2012 at 1:20 pm

      I found your blog while looking for uses for my homegrown lavender. I made this lemonade and I am hooked! It was very strong for me but easy to dilute with ice and water. I very much enjoyed it. Thank you!

      Reply

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