How to Make Sparkling Matcha and Lavender Lemonade

If you're in the mood for a refreshing and unique drink, try making sparkling matcha and lavender lemonade. This recipe combines the earthy flavor of matcha green tea with the delicate floral notes of lavender and tangy lemon for a delicious and unique drink. The result is a bubbly and refreshing drink that's perfect for sipping on a hot day or serving to guests at a party. With its beautiful green color and fragrant aroma, this sparkling matcha and lavender lemonade is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

There are various ways to make this refreshing sparkling drink:

1. From scratch: Make a matcha simple syrup with the addition of lavender, and then use this to mix with fresh homemade lemonade.

2. Almost from scratch: Use a strongly brewed matcha shot with the addition of homemade lavender simple syrup, and then use this to mix with either fresh homemade lemonade or shop bought lemonade.

3. Not at all from scratch: Use a strongly brew matcha shot with the addition of store bought lavender honey/syrup and mix with store bought lemonade.

Making Sparkling Matcha and Lavender Lemonade at Home

INGREDIENTS (Serves 1)

• 1 Teaspoon of matcha green tea

• Splash of freshly boiled but slightly cooled water

• 1 Cup of freshly made or shop bought lemonade (sparkling or still)

• 1-2 Tablespoons of lavender infused honey (or lavender infused simple syrup) - to taste

• Lemon slices

• Lots of ice

METHOD

• In a small bowl, mix together your matcha powder with a splash of freshly boiled water. Ensure that water has cooled slightly to not burn the tea. Use a bamboo whisk or hand held mixer for this step.

• In a tall glass, add ice and pour over your lemonade, plus 1-2 tablespoons of lavender infused honey/syrup.

• Next, drizzle over your mixed matcha paste and add slices of lemon to serve. Enjoy!