7/26/2023 0 Comments Sip of sunshine homebrewMuddle mint, ginger and honey syrup in a cocktail shaker. ½ oz honey syrup (2:1 ratio honey to warm water, stirred to combine)įresh mint and candied ginger, for garnish “The lavender in the bitters has calming properties and adds a beautiful, subtle herbal undertone to the palate,” says Victoria Levin, director of project management at Blau + Associates.ĭash (or more) of Bar Keep Lavender BittersĢ oz GT’s Classic Synergy Mojito Kombucha The lavender here is introduced via bitters. Recipe courtesy of Honey Salt, Las Vegas, NevadaĬreated in honor of the tenth anniversary of the movie The Hangover, this drink combines the soothing properties of honey, and ginger, mint, plus the rehydrating and refreshing properties of kombucha. Strain out solids and store the mixture in the refrigerator for up to a week. Remove it from the heat and let it steep for 30 minutes. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 1 minute or until sugar dissolves. Strain into a cocktail glass, top off with float of Prosecco and garnish.Ĭombine 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup water and 1 tablespoon fresh, pesticide-free lavender blossoms (you can also use a tsp of dried ones, found in many health food stores) in a small pot. Lavender sprig for garnish (the venue uses a candied sprig), optionalĪdd gin, Lillet, lavender syrup and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker, add ice and shake until well chilled. ½ oz lavender syrup (instructions follow) “The ingredient is best used in cocktails with light flavors that won’t get lost next to its delicate quality,” he adds.Ģ oz gin (we recommend Caledonia Spirits Barr Hill Gin, double gold medal winner in the 2019 NY International Spirits Competition) “Lavender is mainly used for the aromatics it is quite distinctive and almost ethereal,” he says. Recipe courtesy of Green Fig / Social Drink & Food, New York, NYīeverage director Ian Nal’s summer concoction is bright, lively and refreshing. “A little bit goes a long way, too much can create a soapy feel.” Get a whiff of these five heady, indulgent libations that bring the flower garden to your glass. It’s definitely an ingredient that requires a light touch, though, says says Victoria Levin, director of project management at Blau + Associates. It’s well-known for its calming qualities and intoxicating scent, but beyond its inclusion in hand creams, candles, draw sachets and room sprays, lavender has a side hustle in summery cocktails. This floral ingredient is not just for hand cream!
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