Lavender and Grapefruit Cocktail

You can save time by substituting the lavender simple syrup with store-bought syrup and a few lavender flowers for garnish.

But this homemade cocktail spritzer is so delicious, your taste buds will thank you for spending a little extra time on this one!

Watch our video on how to make simple syrup!

Lavender and Grapefruit Cocktail Recipe

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Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Course cocktails

Servings 8 servings

Calories 234 kcal

what you'll need

  

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lavender simple syrup

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 lavender flowers

cocktail

• 1 1/2 cup vodka
• 1 1/2 cups grapefruit juice
• 1 cup lavender simple syrup (recipe above)
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 2 cups sparkling water
• lavender edible for garnish

let's do it

 

• Bring sugar and water to boil. Add flowers and simmer 10 minutes. Let cool then stir all ingredients together.
• Garnish with newly-bruised fresh lavender.

One Last Thing

Use a wooden spoon to lightly press or bruise the lavender to help release its delicate flavor and essential oils.

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 36mgPotassium: 119mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 24g

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