A refreshing cocktail with a sophisticated twist, our lavender gin sour is hat tip to everyone's favorite old-timey summer beverage. With a lovely hue and subtle floral notes that perfectly accentuate those already found in a good gin, you'll find many reasons to sip on this lavender cocktail straight through fall.
Make the lavender simple syrup. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over high heat, whisking constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the syrup turns clear. Continue heating until the syrup comes to a boil, then remove from heat. Gently crush the lavender leaves between your fingers and add them to the sugar water. Stir, then let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours. Makes ½ c simple syrup. Store in the fridge in a tightly sealed container for up to 1 month.
Combine the gin, lemon juice, lime juice, and lavender simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until the shaker is cold and condensation forms.
Pour into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with soda water if desired for a milder drink and garnish with fresh lavender stems and/or a lemon wheel.