# What You'll Need:
→ Blackberry Lavender Syrup
01 - 1 cup fresh blackberries
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
→ Lemonade Base
05 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
06 - 2 cups cold water
→ To Serve
07 - 2 cups chilled club soda or sparkling water
08 - Ice cubes as needed
09 - Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
10 - Fresh blackberries for garnish (optional)
11 - Lavender sprigs for garnish (optional; food-grade only)
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, water, and dried lavender in a small saucepan.
02 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and break up the berries; simmer 5–7 minutes until the berries soften and the mixture is aromatic.
03 - Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to steep 5 minutes, then press through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or measuring cup, discarding solids; set the syrup aside to cool completely.
04 - In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the cold water and stir until blended.
05 - Stir the cooled blackberry lavender syrup into the lemonade base until evenly incorporated; taste and adjust sweetness by adding more syrup if desired.
06 - Fill four glasses with ice, divide the blackberry lavender lemonade evenly to about two-thirds full, then top each glass with chilled club soda or sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
07 - Garnish with lemon slices, fresh blackberries, and lavender sprigs as desired and serve immediately.
