Description
Indulge in the refreshing and aromatic blend of citrus and floral notes with these delightful Lemon Lavender Margaritas. Perfect for a summer day or any occasion where you want a sophisticated twist on a classic cocktail.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Margarita:
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce triple sec (or orange liqueur)
- 1/2 ounce lavender simple syrup
- Ice
- Lemon wheel and lavender sprig for garnish
- Optional sugar for rimming the glass
Instructions
- Rim the Glass: If desired, rim your glass with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the edge and dipping it into a plate of sugar.
- Prepare the Margarita: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, lemon juice, triple sec, and lavender simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain and Serve: Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a sprig of fresh or dried lavender. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To make lavender simple syrup: Combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stir until sugar dissolves, then let steep for 10–15 minutes. Strain and cool before using. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
