Sparkling lemon with blackberry lavender syrup and soda - floral, bright and fizzy, perfect for warm-weather gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Blackberry Lavender Syrup
01 - 1 cup fresh blackberries
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
→ Lemonade Base
05 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
06 - 2 cups cold water
→ To Serve
07 - 2 cups club soda or sparkling water, chilled
08 - Ice cubes
09 - Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
10 - Fresh blackberries, for garnish (optional)
11 - Lavender sprigs, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, water and dried lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and break down the berries.
02 - Reduce heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the berries are soft and the mixture is aromatic. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to steep for 5 minutes.
03 - Press the warm mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or measuring cup, discarding the solids. Let the syrup cool completely before using.
04 - In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and cold water; stir until blended.
05 - Add the cooled blackberry lavender syrup to the lemonade base and stir to incorporate evenly.
06 - Fill four glasses with ice. Pour the blackberry lavender lemonade evenly into each glass, filling about two-thirds full, then top each with chilled club soda or sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
07 - Garnish with lemon slices, fresh blackberries and lavender sprigs if desired. Serve immediately.
