Partake in the sweet, flowery flavors of spring and summer any time of the year with a Blueberry-Lavender Mocktail. This non-alcoholic drink uses dried lavender with muddled blueberries and lemon to give you that unique craft cocktail feel without the booze.
As lavender is renowned for its relaxation and calming properties, this mocktail is the perfect option for unwinding after a long day or enjoying just before bed. Coupled with antioxidant-rich blueberries, it can also help support digestion1 and heart health2—and by muddling the whole fruit instead of using juice, we’re maximizing the amount of nutrients you can consume from these little berries.3, 4
Make a batch of Blueberry-Lavender Mocktails to enjoy on your own over a few days or share at your next gathering with friends or family.
TIP: Experiment with the presentation of your mocktails by getting creative with your garnishes—especially if you’re unable to source fresh lavender sprigs to adorn your drink. Freeze extra lavender or blueberries into ice cubes, thread a few fresh blueberries onto a toothpick or cocktail pick, or top with a bright yellow lemon twist. A unique cocktail glass will also give you or your guests that elevated drinking experience—minus the alcohol.
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References
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- Khurana S, Venkataraman K, Hollingsworth A, Piche M, Tai TC. Polyphenols: Benefits to the Cardiovascular System in Health and in Aging. Nutrients [Internet]. 2013 Sep 26 [cited 2020 May 4];5(10):3779–827. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3820045/
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Blueberry-Lavender Mocktail
- Recipe by: Andrea Dehnke
- Serves: 4
- Meal: Beverage
- Serves: 4
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups water
2 tbsp raw honey
1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
1 lemon, quartered
1 cups blueberries, divided
Ice
2 cups sparkling water
Lavender sprigs, for garnish
Directions
In a small saucepan, add water, honey, and lavender. Bring to a simmer and cook 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and steep for 30 more minutes. Strain out lavender.
To a cocktail shaker, add one lemon quarter and ¼ cup blueberries. Muddle, then add 4 ounces cooled honey-lavender water and ice and shake for 10-15 seconds.
Pour mixture (with ice) into a glass and top with 4 ounces sparkling water. Garnish with a sprig of lavender.
Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have four mocktails. Serve immediately.
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