Lavender Sea Breeze Cocktail

This weekend marks the unofficial start to summer so why not celebrate with an incredibly refreshing cocktail? This Lavender Sea Breeze Cocktail has all of my favorite things: Edible flowers, grapefruit, and pink everything...it's a breeze to make and if you aren't able to enjoy lounging next to the sea, you will feel like you are there in spirit. Cheers!

Lavender Sea Breeze Cocktail

Ingredients:1/2 Ruby Red grapefruit, juiced2 tablespoons Lavender Simple Syrup (recipe below)2 ounces vockaSplash of unsweetened cranberry juiceHandful of IceFresh, organic lavender flowers for garnishingDirections:Place ice, grapefruit juice, lavender simple syrup, cranberry juice and vodka in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Strain into a tumbler of your choice. Garnish with fresh lavender flowers or 1/4 slice of grapefruit.

Lavender Simple Syrup

Ingredients:1 tablespoon organic, dried lavender flowersA cup of organic sugar1 cup filtered waterDirections:Place all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Allow to simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week.Find more lovely lavender recipes here...Recipe and Photography by Cassie WinslowShop Glassware here