Refreshing Lilac Lemonade
A floral infusion of lilac blossoms and fresh lemons, creating a unique and refreshing spring beverage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh lilac blossoms, loosely packed (pesticide-free and edible)
- 4 cups (1 liter) hot water for steeping
- 3 cups (720 ml) cold water for dilution
- 1 cup (240 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
- ½ cup (120 ml) honey (or vegan substitute)
- Ice cubes as needed for serving
- Additional edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gently rinse the lilac blossoms under cold water.
- Place bloody blossoms in a heatproof bowl or pitcher and pour hot water over them. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain the infusion into a clean pitcher, pressing lightly on the flowers.
- While the infusion is warm, stir in honey until dissolved.
- Add fresh lemon juice to the sweetened infusion and stir well.
- Dilute with cold water to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
- Serve over ice, garnished with additional edible flowers.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh; can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Adjust sweetness during preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg