Lavender Cooler

Lavender enflames passion, and in this case my passion to cook and bake! Not only it is beautiful, gentle and soft, it is a fragrant aromatic herb that relieves stress and has calming properties. Widely used in essential oils, teas and gourmet cooking. Lavender has a personality,  inspires people to tap into their creative self. I’m mesmerised by the dreamy hue 🙂 My organic french lavender was carried by my brother all the way from France. When you get home after a long day at work, Lavender Cooler makes a perfect drink to refresh you.

There are 2 parts to the recipe

Lavender Syrup

Making the cooler

1 cup water

1/2 cup sugar

1 tablespoon dried Lavender

Bring to a boil water,sugar and lavender, by stirring occasionally.

Once at a boil, bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.

Strain though a fine sieve and cool.

You can also store it in the refrigerator if need be.

Juice from 3 lemons

Salt and sugar to taste

3 – 4 cups water

Ice cubes

Organic color – purple, one drop

Thyme to garnish

In a large pan, combine the juice of 3 lemons, water and half of the reserved lavender syrup.

Add salt and sugar to adjust the taste.

Mix in a drop of organic purple color to achieve lavender color to the drink.

Serve in a martini glass. Add ice cubes and garnish with thyme.

Enjoy your Lavender Cooler!