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:

  1. 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.
  2. Brew the tea: Steep Earl Grey tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and let tea cool completely.
  3. Combine ingredients: Fill a glass with ice. Add Earl Grey tea, lavender simple syrup, and lemon-lime soda. Stir gently.
  4. Garnish: Garnish with fresh lavender and lemon slices.