Lavender Lemonade

By Vegiegail

Ingredients

• 6 cups water
• 1/2 cup evaporated cane crystals
• 1/4 cup culinary lavender buds
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice from 5 or 6 large lemons
• Lemon slices and lavender sprigs for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Combine 2 cups water with lavender and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, cover and let steep for 10 minutes.

Strain the lavender water into a serving pitcher, add the rest of the water and lemon juice and stir well. Refrigerate until chilled and garnish with lemon slices and lavender sprigs.