Indulge in this delicious Lavender Martini. All you need is 3 simple ingredients and a few minutes, and you will have a scrumptious purple cocktail at your fingertips!
When I initially think of lavender, I think of a scent. Usually a candle burning in my house. But lavender is so much more than that. It’s an herb that has a myriad of uses. This Lavender martini is an aromatic cocktail that will send your taste buds dancing!
Flavored martinis are my favorite! For more martini recipes you have to try my Sour Apple Martini, Espresso Martini, and Cucumber Martini!
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Recipe Ingredients
Gin – I use Empress Gin because it has a purple tone to it, enhancing the overall color of the martini.
Lavender Simple Syrup – To add in an aromatic sweet lavender flavor.
Fresh Lemon Juice – To bring in some acidity to the overall beverage.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
How to Make a Lavender Martini
Step #1: Add a handful of ice to your cocktail shaker.
Step #2: Next, pour in 2 ½ ounces gin, 1 ounce lavender syrup, and ½ ounce lemon juice into the shaker.
Step #3: Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step #4: Strain into a chilled martini glass, garnish with a sprig of lavender, and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Chilled Martini Glass – To chill your martini glass you can either fill the martini glass with ice cubes or place the martini glass in your freezer for 10-15 minutes.
Vermouth – To make this more like a classic martini you can take ½ ounce of dry vermouth, swirl it around in your martini glass and discard of it before adding in the Lavender Martini.
FAQs
No. This recipe would work with 2 ½ ounce vodka or even lavender vodka as well. Use whichever you prefer when it comes to liquor.
If you are not able to find dried lavender sprigs you can also use a lemon slice or even a lemon peel to garnish on the rim of the glass.
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Lavender Martini Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz gin - I use Empress Gin
- 1 oz Lavender syrup
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- ice
Instructions
- Add a handful of ice to your cocktail shaker.
- Next, add in the gin, lavender syrup, and lemon juice into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass, garnish with a fresh lavender sprig, and enjoy!
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Enjoy Responsibly. This post and recipe are intended for those of legal drinking age.
The lavender added a soft floral touch and made the drink feel fresh.
So beautiful and tasty!
Came out great!