Lavender Lemonade Gin Floats Recipe
Cool off with a cocktail! Gin and lemon are a naturally refreshing pair and teamed up with sweet lavender syrup and cool lemon sorbet, these lavender lemonade gin floats are too easy to enjoy!
How to Make the Best Lavender Lemonade Gin Floats
These lavender lemonade gin floats are the ultimate summer refresher—a sophisticated yet incredibly easy cocktail that combines the bright, citrusy notes of lemon with the delicate, floral sweetness of lavender. Perfect for warm afternoons or entertaining guests, this drink strikes the ideal balance between refreshing and indulgent.
What makes these floats special is the homemade lavender syrup, which infuses the entire drink with a subtle floral complexity that you simply can’t achieve with bottled syrups. Combined with fresh lemon juice and topped with scoops of creamy lemon sorbet, each sip is a cooling escape. The addition of Empress 1908 Gin—chosen for its beautiful botanical character—adds a sophisticated touch that elevates this beyond a simple frozen treat.
Best enjoyed chilled and served immediately, these lavender lemonade gin floats are sure to become your go-to summer cocktail. Whether you’re hosting a garden party or just looking to cool off on a hot day, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality refreshment with minimal effort.
Lavender Lemonade Gin Floats
Cool off with a cocktail! Gin and lemon are a naturally refreshing pair and teamed up with sweet lavender syrup and cool lemon sorbet, these lavender lemonade gin floats are too easy to enjoy!
Ingredients
Lavender Syrup
Lavender Lemonade Gin Floats
Instructions
Lavender Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender.
- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Once the liquid simmers, remove from the heat and let steep for 5 minutes.
- Strain and set aside to cool.
Lavender Lemonade Gin Floats
- In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice, lavender syrup, and 2 cups cold water.
- In a collins glass, add 2 to 3 scoops of lemon sorbet.
- Fill the glass 3/4 of the way with lavender lemonade and top with 1½ ounces Empress 1908 Gin.
- Garnish with fresh lavender sprig or lemon twist.
- Serve immediately with a straw and/or spoon!
Notes
- Empress 1908 Gin is recommended for its botanical notes that pair beautifully with lavender.
- Prepare the lavender syrup ahead of time and chill before serving for best results.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the gin and increase the lemonade portion.