Lavender Mint Mojitos

Ever so pretty and delicious, these are sure to please a crowd or just a few...First, make a batch of Lavender Simple Syrup:You will need:2 cups organic sugar1 cup filtered water2 Tablespoons of dried lavenderPlace all ingredients in a pot over the stove and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat so the mixture is simmering...simmer for 10 minutes or until the mixture has reduced to a syrup. Let cool and store in the fridge in a squeaky clean glass bottle.To make the cocktails:Place a few mint leaves, 1 teaspoon of dried lavender, and 2 Tablespoons of the Lavender Simple Syrup in each glass and muddle. Then add a handful of crushed ice, 2 ounces of Cachaca (Brazilian rum), the juice from one lemon, and about 6 ounces of sparkling water. Stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel, mint, and a dried stem of lavender. Cheers!Photography + Recipe + Styling by Cassie Winslow