This Lavender Lemon Drop Cocktail is a beautiful and flavorful drink made with fresh lemon juice and lavender syrup. This vodka cocktail is perfect for parties, brunch, or happy hour!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This craft cocktail is bright and refreshing with the perfect balance of tart and sweet just like these Lavender Lemon Curd Cookies.
- The floral lavender flavor adds a subtle, unique twist similar to my Lilac Gin Sour.
- It's easy to make but feels special and elevated for any occasion.
- This cocktail is great for spring, summer, or any time you want a fresh and beautiful cocktail.
What is a Lemon Drop?
The classic lemon drop is made with vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. It's served straight up (no ice) and is best when it's super cold.
It's a classic because it has the perfect balance of sweet and sour and it's pretty easy to make. Sometimes triple sec is used as well for an extra citrus punch, but I prefer the drink without it.
How to Make a Lavender Lemon Drop
My lavender version of this classic cocktail uses homemade lavender simple syrup instead of regular simple syrup. You can also use a pre-made lavender syrup like this one from Kate Naturals, but I prefer the homemade version.
This cocktail is best when served very cold so chill your cocktail glass before preparing and serving this drink (see notes on chilling glassware). Place all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with fresh ice.
Shake until nice and cold, about 20 seconds. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a fresh lavender spring or a lemon peel.
How to Make Lavender Syrup
Lavender simple syrup is very easy to make, you just need sugar, water, and culinary lavender buds. Check out my full tutorial and recipe for Lavender Simple Syrup and you can have it on hand for this cocktail, other lavender drinks, and more fun recipes.
How to Chill a Cocktail Glass
There are a few ways to chill a cocktail glass. One is to freeze it in the freezer. 30 minutes is best but at least 5 minutes will get it nice and cold. Some people wrap the glass with a damp paper towel first, speeding up the process.
Another way to chill a cocktail glass is to use crushed ice and soda water. The bubbles speed up the chilling process. But, if you don't have soda water, regular water will work, just not quite as well.
How to Garnish this Lavender Drink
To get the same experience at home as you would in a bar, make sure you garnish your drink. Not only does this give the finishing touch to your creation, but in some cases, it enhances the drink either with aroma or flavor.
For a Lavender Lemon Drop, you can garnish the drink with a fresh lavender sprig or a lemon peel. Both options will enhance the aroma of the cocktail.
Another garnish option shown in the photo above is a dried or dehydrated lemon slice. You can make these in the oven or dehydrator. Check out my recipe for Dehydrated Oranges and use lemons instead!
Expert Tips for Making a Lavender Lemon Cocktail
- Always measure out your ingredients to get the best-tasting cocktail.
- If you want a less-sweet cocktail, add ½ ounce more lemon juice and use ½ ounce less lavender simple syrup.
- For the best result, chill your glass ahead of time in the freezer or with bubbly ice water.
- A coupe or martini glass will work best with this cocktail.
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Lavender Lemon Drop
Equipment
- cocktail glass (coupe or martini)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounces lavender syrup
Instructions
- This cocktail is best when served very cold so chill your cocktail glass before preparing and serving this drink (see notes on chilling glassware).
- Place all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with fresh ice. Shake until nice and cold, about 10 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a fresh lavender spring or a lemon peel.
Notes
How to Chill a Cocktail Glass
- There are a few ways to chill a cocktail glass. One is to freeze it in the freezer. 30 minutes is best but at least 5 minutes will get it nice and cold. Some people wrap the glass with a damp paper towel first, speeding up the process.
- Another way to chill a cocktail glass is to use crushed ice and soda water. The bubbles speed up the chilling process. But, if you don't have soda water, regular water will work, just not quite as well
- Always measure out your ingredients to get the best-tasting cocktail
- If you want a less-sweet cocktail, add ½ ounce more lemon juice and use ½ ounce less lavender simple syrup
- A coupe or martini glass will work best with this cocktail.
Nutrition
Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Kay says
Where did you get the coup glass used in the photos?
Emily says
Hi Kay, those are from Anthropologie! I'm not sure if they still have them but I have seen some dupes on amazon and other sites. Here is an affiliate link you can try: https://amzn.to/3Y1fNQz 😬
Ramona says
This looks so elegant and perfect for any party! I’m making this super soon.
Emily says
It will be the hit of the party. Cheers!
Lilly says
This recipe is so perfect!
Jen Vinuya says
This was so good!
Bobbie says
This drink is so beautiful! I love the hint of lavender.
Emily says
Thanks, Bobbie! A small ab=mount of lavender can add such a lovely touch. Cheers!
Dennis says
We had friends over last night and my wife wanted me to find a new drink to try. I came across your recipe and it was a huge success!
Emily says
That's awesome! This is the perfect cocktail for a party.😊
Gina Abernathy says
Such a refreshing treat!
Emily says
Yes, I totally agree! Thanks for checking it out.
GRETA TALAS says
Yumm, so good recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Emily says
You're welcome, cheers!
Addie says
So refreshing and delicious!
Mama Maggie's Kitchen says
"It looks incredibly delicious. I wish this was in front of me.
Emily says
Thanks, Maggie!