Lavender Earl Grey Spritzer
This elegant mocktail combines the floral notes of lavender with the classic taste of Earl Grey tea for a refreshing and sophisticated drink.
Ingredients:
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup lavender simple syrup (recipe below)
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
- Fresh lavender and lemon slices for garnish
For Lavender Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
Instructions:
- Make the lavender simple syrup: Combine sugar, water, and lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and let cool completely.
- Brew the tea: Steep Earl Grey tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and let tea cool completely.
- Combine ingredients: Fill a glass with ice. Add Earl Grey tea, lavender simple syrup, and lemon-lime soda. Stir gently.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh lavender and lemon slices.