Lavender Lemon Fizz
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This lavender lemon fizz is a bright, refreshing cocktail that balances tart fresh lemon with delicate floral lavender and plenty of sparkling bubbles. The combination is light and crisp with just enough sweetness, making it an especially lovely drink for brunches, warm weather gatherings, or whenever you want something a little more elegant than your usual cocktail. It comes together simply but feels special, which is exactly what I want from a good cocktail. If you’re in the mood for more refreshing drinks, try my produce-forward Pimm’s cup or this pineapple ginger smash next.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bright and refreshing – Fresh lemon gives this cocktail a tart, citrusy base that keeps the floral lavender flavor feeling balanced and fresh.
- Elegant but easy – It has the look and flavor of a cocktail you would order at a great bar without requiring complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.
- Perfect for entertaining – The floral, citrusy flavor makes this an easy choice for brunches, showers, dinner parties, and warm-weather gatherings.
How to Make Lavender Simple Syrup
To make the lavender syrup in this cocktail I add lavender flowers to homemade simple syrup. The name speaks for itself. Simple syrup is made by bringing equal parts sugar and water to a boil and the result adds a sweet and flowery touch to the drink.
Key Ingredients in This Recipe
- Lillet blanc (or another fortified wine) – This particular recipe uses Lillet blanc. It’s a crisp, fortified wine that contains flowery notes as well as aromas of candied oranges, honey and pine from the combined macerated fruit and wine.
- Lemon juice – Fresh squeezed lemon juice brightens up this recipe and rounds out the flavors.
- Champagne – I top this cocktail off with just enough champagne to add a little fizz.
A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Pro Tip
Taste the lavender syrup before adding it to the cocktail. Lavender can go from pleasantly floral to overpowering surprisingly quickly, so if your syrup is particularly strong, start with less and add more to taste. The goal is for the lavender to complement the lemon rather than steal the show.
Swaps and Substitutions
- Lillet blanc: If you can’t find Lillet blanc, substitute another dry, citrus-forward French aperitif or a dry vermouth, though the flavor will be slightly different.
- Champagne: Substitute another dry sparkling wine, such as Prosecco or Cava. Choose a brut style to keep the cocktail from becoming overly sweet.
- Fresh lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice is best for this cocktail, but bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
- Lavender flowers: Use culinary lavender when making the simple syrup. If you cannot find dried lavender flowers, a prepared lavender syrup can be used instead.
How to Make Lavender Lemon Fizz (Step-by-Step)
- Make the simple syrup. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar with 1 cup of water until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the lavender then bring the mixture to a boil then lower heat to medium-low and simmer until thick and syrupy, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and use a fine mesh strainer to strain the lavender flowers from the simple syrup. Let cool completely.
- Add ingredients to cocktail shaker. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the Lillet blanc, lemon juice and ½ ounce of the lavender simple syrup and shake vigorously.
- Strain cocktail. Strain the cocktail with a cocktail shaker into a chilled 5-ounce coupe glass.
- Top with champagne. Top off with champagne. Garnish with sprigs of lavender and serve immediately.
How to Make This into a Mocktail
If you’re looking for a non-alcoholic version of this recipe there are a few quick and easy swaps to make. In a glass filled with ice, add 1 tablespoon of the lavender simple syrup and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Top with club soda, stir to combine and serve.
How to Serve This Recipe
- Glassware: Serve the lavender lemon fizz in a chilled 5-ounce coupe glass for the classic presentation.
- Temperature: Chill the coupe before serving and shake the cocktail with plenty of ice so it is cold before adding the Champagne.
- Garnish: Finish with a small sprig of fresh lavender for an elegant floral garnish.
- For brunch: Serve alongside pastries, fresh fruit, smoked salmon, or a savory brunch spread.
- For entertaining: Make the lavender simple syrup ahead of time, then shake and top each cocktail with Champagne just before serving.
How to Store This Recipe
- Lavender simple syrup: Store the cooled syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Mixed cocktail: The finished lavender lemon fizz should be served immediately after adding the Champagne so it stays cold and bubbly.
- Leftovers: Do not store an assembled cocktail for later. The carbonation will dissipate and the drink will not have the same fresh flavor or texture.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
If you cannot find Lillet blanc, another dry fortified wine can be used as a substitute. Choose something with light citrus or floral notes to keep the flavor profile of the lavender lemon fizz balanced.
You can make the lavender simple syrup up to a week ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container. For the best cocktail, mix the Lillet blanc, lemon juice, and lavender syrup just before serving, then top with Champagne.
Yes. The recipe includes a mocktail variation made with lavender simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and club soda. Serve it over ice for a refreshing floral and citrusy drink without the alcohol.
Use a dry Champagne or other dry sparkling wine for lavender lemon fizz. A brut sparkling wine works particularly well because its crisp acidity balances the sweetness of the lavender simple syrup.
Other Recipes to Try
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Lavender Lemon Fizz
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Ingredients:
For the lavender simple syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lavender flowers
For the sparkling lavender cocktail:
- 2 ounces Lillet blanc
- ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Champagne
- Lavender sprigs, for garnish
Instructions:
For the lavender simple syrup:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar with 1 cup of water until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the lavender then bring the mixture to a boil then lower heat to medium-low and simmer until thick and syrupy, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and use a fine mesh strainer to strain the lavender flowers from the simple syrup. Let cool completely.
- The simple syrup can be made ahead of time and stored, refrigerated, in an airtight container for up to a week.
For the sparkling lavender cocktail:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the Lillet blanc, lemon juice and ½ ounce of the lavender simple syrup and shake vigorously.
- Strain the cocktail with a cocktail shaker into a chilled 5-ounce coupe glass.
- Top off with champagne. Garnish with sprigs of lavender and serve immediately.
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