Lavender Lemonade Matcha

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Floral lavender syrup and grassy matcha balance bright lemonade in this layered summer drink. Make the lemonade concentrate, lavender syrup, and matcha shot separately before assembling over ice.

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Prep Time:10

Cook Time:20

Total Time:30

Course: Drink

Keyword: lavender lemonade matcha, lavender syrup drink, layered matcha lemonade, summer matcha drink

Servings: 16-ounce drink

Calories: 191kcal

Author: Drift Hotel Santa Barbara

Ingredients

Lemonade Concentrate

1¾ cups fresh lemon juice, 450 grams
1¾ cups white sugar, 350 grams

Lavender Syrup

4 cups sugar, 800 grams
2 cups hot water, 500 grams
¼ cup dried lavender, 15 grams
¼ teaspoon salt, 1 gram

Matcha Shot

2 teaspoons matcha, 3½ grams
2 ounces warm water, 57 grams

To Assemble

8 ounces prepared lemonade
1 ounce lavender syrup
Ice

Instructions

For the Lemonade Concentrate

Stir lemon juice and sugar together until sugar dissolves.
To prepare lemonade, mix 1 part concentrate with 3 parts water, or to taste.

For the Lavender Syrup

Steep lavender in hot water for 20 minutes. Strain liquid over sugar. Add salt and stir until dissolved. Cool and strain again if needed.
Refrigerate for up to 2–3 weeks.

For the Matcha Shot

A typical matcha shot uses less matcha, but Drift prefers a stronger, grassier version to better balance the bright lemonade and floral syrup.
Whisk matcha and warm water until smooth and glossy.

To Assemble

Fill a 16-ounce cup with ice. Add lemonade and lavender syrup and stir well.
Top with matcha shot, pouring gently over the back of a spoon for a layered effect.

Notes

The lavender syrup recipe makes more than needed for one drink. Store refrigerated for up to 2–3 weeks.

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