Lavender Spritz Cocktail Recipe
The Lavender Spritz Cocktail is a refreshing, aromatic drink that combines lavender syrup, sparkling wine, and a hint of citrus. Its delicate floral notes and fizzy effervescence make it a perfect choice for a light and elegant beverage, ideal for warm weather or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Cocktail:
- 1 oz 30 ml lavender simple syrup (recipe below)
- 2 oz 60 ml Prosecco or sparkling wine
- 1 oz 30 ml soda water
- ½ oz 15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Fresh lavender sprig and a lemon slice
For the Lavender Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender bud
Instructions
Preparing the Lavender Simple Syrup:
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix together the water, sugar, and dried lavender buds.
- Heat the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the lavender to infuse its flavor.
- Cool and Strain: Remove from heat, let it cool to room temperature, then strain out the lavender buds. Store the syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Assembling the Cocktail:
- Chill the Glass: Place your serving glass in the freezer for a few minutes to chill.
- Prepare the Glass: Fill the chilled glass with ice cubes.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the lavender simple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and soda water into the glass.
- Add Prosecco: Slowly pour the Prosecco into the glass, allowing it to mix gently with the other ingredients.
- Garnish: Decorate with a sprig of fresh lavender and a slice of lemon on the rim.