Lavender Lemonade Port Cocktail | Christiann Koepke
Lavender Lemonade Port Cocktail
10 mins prepServes 1
This Lavender Lemonade Port Cocktail combines dry, white Port with sparkling lemonade and lavender simple syrup, creating a refreshing drink for summer. It's perfect for beating the heat and pairs wonderfully with a summer salad or charcuterie.
1: Prepare the lavender simple syrup: Combine water, sugar, and dried lavender blossoms in a small saucepan.
2: Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer on low heat for 1 minute.
3: Remove from heat and let syrup steep for about 30 minutes.
4: Strain syrup through a mesh strainer into a jar. Let cool and store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
5: Prepare the cocktail: Cut half of the lemon into wedges and slice the remaining half for garnish.
6: In the bottom of the cocktail shaker, crush lemon wedges using a muddler.
7: Add Fonseca Siroco dry white port and lavender simple syrup to the shaker.
8: Add ice and cover with the cocktail topper. Shake well and pour into a glass.
9: Top off with lemonade and garnish with lemon and/or mint. Enjoy!
