Description
Lavender limoncello spritz brings Italian coastal charm straight to summer cocktail hour, blending zesty citrus with delicate floral notes. Refreshing sips transport guests to sunny Mediterranean terraces, where light and elegant drinks celebrate pure relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 oz limoncello
- 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 oz lavender simple syrup
Simple Syrup Components:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
Garnish and Topping:
- Sparkling water, to top
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices
- Fresh lavender sprigs
Instructions
- Craft a fragrant lavender-infused syrup by combining water, sugar, and dried lavender in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir the mixture gently until sugar completely dissolves, allowing the lavender to release its aromatic essence.
- Remove from heat and let the syrup steep for 10-15 minutes, intensifying the floral notes.
- Strain the lavender flowers, extracting maximum flavor, and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Select a chilled glass and fill it generously with crystal-clear ice cubes.
- Pour limoncello into the iced glass, creating a vibrant citrusy base.
- Add fresh lemon juice to enhance the bright, zesty profile of the cocktail.
- Incorporate the cooled lavender simple syrup, blending delicate floral undertones with citrus notes.
- Gently cascade sparkling water over the mixture, creating a effervescent and refreshing drink.
- Stir the cocktail with a long spoon, ensuring all ingredients harmonize perfectly.
- Adorn the glass with a delicate lemon slice, allowing its vibrant color to contrast beautifully.
- Crown the drink with a fragrant sprig of fresh lavender for an elegant aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately, inviting guests to indulge in this sophisticated, summery libation.
Notes
- Steep lavender carefully to avoid overpowering the delicate flavor, ensuring a balanced and subtle floral note in the syrup.
- Use fresh, high-quality dried lavender from a reputable source to guarantee the best aromatic essence in your simple syrup.
- Experiment with different sparkling water brands to find the perfect effervescence that complements the limoncello and lavender blend.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace limoncello with additional lemon juice and a splash of elderflower cordial to maintain the cocktail’s complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for syrup)
- Category: Cocktails, Mocktails
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg