The Lemon Drop’s blend of lemon and orange flavors make it a natural fit to mix with lavender, which we consider to be a great representation of Mother’s Day. Lavender is calming, soothing, much like a mother’s love. All you have to do is replace the drink’s simple syrup with lavender simple syrup and you have a knock out citrus-lavender-vodka cocktail. You can even dress up the simple presentation by garnishing with a lemon twist or a lavender sprig. Just don’t forget to thank mom for all those years taking care of you as you mix this cocktail up for her.
How to Make Homemade Lavender Simple Syrup
Making any type of simple syrup is as easy as including the flavor you want to infuse. For our Lavender Lemon Drop, that means including dried lavender buds or lavender extract in your simple syrup recipe. All you have to do is dissolve sugar into water in equal parts before adding in the lavender. It is important to note that lavender on its own can be very strong, especially in an extract. You’re only going to want to add 1-2 tablespoons of dried buds or a 1/4 teaspoon of extract. It’s better to start with less flavoring and work up to what you like rather than adding too much immediately and running the risk of ruining the syrup.
Mother’s Day Lavender Lemon Drop
Description
A little sweet, a little sour, with plenty of love in every sip.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lemon juice
- ¾ oz Triple Sec
- ½ oz lavender simple syrup
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Strain into coupe glass and garnish with lemon twist or lavender sprig if desired.
Recipe by Keith Recker
Styling by Anna Franklin and Star Laliberte
Photography by Dave Bryce
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