Lavender Martini
A lavender martini is an herbal delight. In this recipe, a homemade lavender syrup brings in the sweet floral flavor. When you add dry vermouth and an accent of orange bitters, you get a simple, flowery variation on the gin martini.
Lavender Martini
- 2 ounces gin recommended: Bombay Sapphire Gin
- 1/2 ounce dry vermouth
- 1/2 ounce lavender simple syrup recipe below
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- Garnish: sprig of lavender
Lavender Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons Culinary lavender flowers
- 2 cups sugar
Lavender Martini
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour all of the ingredients.
Shake well.
Strain into a well-chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a sprig of lavender.
Lavender Simple Syrup
Bring the water and lavender to a boil.
Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe
Stir in sugar until fully dissolved.
Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe
Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe
Remove from the heat and allow to cool and steep for at least 1 hour.
Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe
Strain out the lavender.
Pour into a bottle and keep in the refrigerator. It will store well for about 2 weeks.