Lavender Limoncello Martini combines the sweetness of Limoncello and a pleasant botanical hint coming from lavender syrup. Mixed with gin or white rum and lemon juice, this is a lovely summer drink, which perfectly combines sweetness and freshness.
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Hello folks – how are you doing? I hope you all had a nice weekend, and you are ready to embrace new week. Well, I know it’s Monday, but I am posting a cocktail recipe. Because why not, right?!
I continue posting recipes I prepared last summer (still a few dozens of unpublished recipes are left LOL) And last year I was experimenting a lot with Limoncello; hopefully, I could share more ideas this summer.
In my book, Limoncello is a liquor perfect for winter because it is quite sweet. However, when paired with right components, it can be quite refreshing and not overly sweet, making it suitable for hot summer days.
Lavender Limoncello Martini
And while the combination of Limoncello and lavender syrup sounds too sweet, the flavour of this cocktail is nicely balanced.
Besides Limoncello and lavender syrup, you will need dry gin or white rum and fresh lemon juice. We tried it with both gin and rum – both options are great – but gin adds more complexity (and also goes so well with floral notes.) If you prefer vodka, then you can use it, too.
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Do you like lavender-infused drinks? Be sure to check some of the ideas below then!
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I hope you like this Lavender Limoncello Martini, and you will give it a try soon. If you try it, let me know in this post or send me an Instagram message or share you photos adding the hashtag #havocinthekitchen.
Cheers!
Lavender Limoncello Martini
Course: DrinksDifficulty: Easy2-4
servings5
minutesA luscious and refreshing Lavender Limoncello Martini made with dry gin (or white rum) and Limoncello and with a pleasant botanical hint coming from lavender.
Cooking time does not include making lavender syrup.
Ingredients
1 and 1/2 oz. dry gin (or white rum)
1 oz. Limoncello
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/2 – 2/3 oz. lavender syrup
ice cubes
lavender sprigs and lemon wedges, for garnish (optional)
Directions
- In the shaker, combine the gin, Limoncello, lavender syrup (start with 1/2 oz.), lemon juice, and ice and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Try and adjust the flavour by adding more lemon juice or lavender syrup – or gin or Limoncello, as desired. Filter for a stronger version or serve on the rocks. Enjoy!
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Okay, I am not a fan of martinis but you have to admit that this is so much more than a martini. I really think I would love it!
It’s great to see you exploring different ways to enjoy Limoncello, especially when paired with the vibrant flavors of summer. Cheers to trying new cocktails and embracing the season!
What a cool looking drink with the lavender in there! I would definitely go for gin here. And this is perfect timing as our neighbors just brought us back a bottle of limoncello from Italy!
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Ben this is a gorgeous cocktail. The lavender makes this drink recipe shout summer to me. I love lavender and lemon, I have to try this with some gin :) I’m also trying to catch my blog up to my YouTube channel, I have many videos that need matching posts! Playing catch up all the time here too :)
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Not sure if my comment went through. Beautiful drink and love the combination of the limoncello and lavender. It’s genius. Of course I am a big fan of lavender.
Thank you Judee!
Ben | Havocinthekitchen recently posted…Fried Rice with Lavender
Beautiful drink!! . Adding lavender to limoncello is genius. Great combination. Of course I am a real lavender fan.
Thanks again :)
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What a lovely summer drink and the colour is beautiful. I would even say Vodka would be a good alternative if you don’t like the harsh botanicals of gin. Maverick’s Ginslinger Gin would be even better because it does not have the harsh juniper flavours of traditional gin but it is has some fruity botanical flavours, AND it’s distilled very close to Toronto. We got onto it when the LCBO when on strike and closed all of their stores for two weeks!
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Yes, vodka for those who love mild flavour would be great. And of course, you can play around with different varieties of gin. I also prefer mild gin with fruity / light floral flavours :)
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Wow ! Limoncello with edible flowers! This is just perfect!
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Ben | Havocinthekitchen recently posted…Fried Rice with Lavender
I think gin would be my choice for this cocktail when summer gets here.
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That’s a great choice :)
Ben | Havocinthekitchen recently posted…Fried Rice with Lavender
What an exciting combination of flavours! You do have some great lavender recipes that I can’t wait to try!
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Yes, once again I am having a lavender kick lol
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