Lilac Lemonade

Glass of fresh lilac lemonade sitting on the front porch

If you love the flowers of spring as much as I do, then you will be excited to find out all of the recipes you can make with fresh lilac blossoms. Lilacs are so fragrant and give a delicately floral flavor to many foods and beverages such as this delicious lilac lemonade.

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Lilac lemonade is very easy to make. If you have ever had lavender lemonade, this lemonade actually tastes very similar.

 

To make this easy lemonade, you will need about 2 cups of fresh lilac blossoms. Make sure to pick lilacs that have not been sprayed with any chemicals. Wash them to remove any insects and gently pull off the lilac blossoms to make two cups.

 

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Sip on the essence of spring with homemade lilac lemonade! Uncover the secret to infusing the delicate flavor of lilac blossoms into a classic lemonade recipe. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a refreshing and Instagram-worthy beverage that's perfect for sunny days and outdoor gatherings. Pin it now to bring a touch of floral elegance to your next picnic or brunch!

 

Lilac Lemonade Recipe

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups lilac blossoms*
  • 1 cup sugar or honey
  • 16 cups water
  • Juice of 4 lemons

 

*Note: This recipe is made with fresh lilac blossoms. If you want to preserve your lilac blossoms to make lilac lemonade when your lilacs are out of season, then see the instructions below for making lilac lemonade from lilac syrup.

 

This recipe makes approximately 1 gallon of lemonade. You can cut the recipe in half, and you can also adjust the recipe to suit your tastes if you would like to use less sugar or more lemon juice.

 

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If you do not have fresh lemons, you can also use bottled lemon juice. One fresh lemon equals approximately 3 tablespoons of bottled lemon juice.

 

To really get the flavor of the lilac blossoms, you will need to boil the blossoms like you would to make tea. Place the lilac blossoms in a sauce pan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil.

 

Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit for about 20 minutes. The longer you let it sit, the stronger the lilac flavor will be. Strain the lilac blossoms out of the water with a fine mesh strainer.

 

Place the liquid in a 1 gallon container and add the sugar or honey, lemon juice, and remaining water. Stir. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

 

Elevate your lemonade game with a touch of floral charm! Learn how to make lilac lemonade with our easy-to-follow recipe. Infuse the sweet and fragrant essence of lilac into classic lemonade for a unique and Instagram-worthy drink. Pin this recipe to impress your guests with a refreshing and visually stunning beverage!

 

Lilac Lemonade Made with Lilac Syrup

 

Note: If you do not want to take the time to simmer the lilac blossoms, you can also make this easy lilac simple syrup when your lilacs are blooming so that you can enjoy the flavor of your lilacs all year long. Just add a cup or two of the lilac syrup to your lemonade and you have lilac lemonade.

 

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Quench your thirst with a refreshing twist! Discover how to make lilac lemonade, a delightful and floral-infused beverage that's perfect for spring and summer. Follow our simple recipe to infuse the delicate flavor of lilac into your favorite lemonade. Pin it now to add a touch of floral elegance to your next gathering!

 

 




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3 Comments on "Lilac Lemonade"


  1. Hi! Boiling the flowers actually brought out the bitterness in the flowers.. much like a green tea! Dunking the flowers in cold water and letting them sit in the fridge overnight brought out a sweet flavour instead.

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  2. did you mean “Make sure to pick lilacs that have been sprayed with any chemicals.”, or ones that have NOT been sprayed?
    Thanks,
    Orna

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