What Cocktails Can I Make With Lavender Syrup?

Lavender syrup in a glass bottle next to fresh lavender

Lavender syrup brings an aromatic, subtly floral note to cocktails, transforming familiar drinks with its unique essence. Whether you're looking for something light and spritzy or complex and spirit-forward, this syrup is a versatile addition for home bartenders and pros alike.

Why Use Lavender Syrup in Cocktails?

A few milliliters of lavender syrup brighten drinks with gentle floral aromas and a touch of sweetness. It pairs especially well with botanical spirits like gin and naturally tart mixers such as lemon or lime. The syrup’s lavender oils are potent, so a little goes a long way—perfect for custom cocktails, spring brunches, or as a twist on classics.

Top Cocktails to Make With Lavender Syrup

Start with these floral-forward drinks to appreciate lavender syrup’s full range—from spritzes to bold sours. Measurements below use ml for precision and easy scaling.

Lavender Lemonade Cocktail

45 ml vodka
15 ml lavender syrup
30 ml fresh lemon juice
60 ml cold soda water
Lemon wheel or sprig of lavender, to garnish

Shake vodka, lavender syrup, and lemon juice vigorously with ice.
Strain into an ice-filled highball glass.
Top gently with cold soda water.
Garnish with a lemon wheel or fresh lavender sprig.

Lavender lemonade cocktail in a highball glass with lemon wheel and lavender

Lavender Gin Sour

60 ml gin
15 ml lavender syrup
22.5 ml fresh lemon juice
15 ml egg white (optional, for foam)
Dried lavender or lemon zest, to garnish

Dry shake all ingredients except garnish (no ice) if using egg white.
Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.
Fine strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
Sprinkle dried lavender or lemon zest over the foam.

Lavender Mojito Twist

45 ml white rum
10 ml lavender syrup
30 ml fresh lime juice
6–8 fresh mint leaves
60 ml soda water
Lime wedge or mint sprig, for garnish

Gently muddle mint leaves in a shaker.
Add rum, lavender syrup, and lime juice with ice.
Shake briefly and strain into an ice-filled tall glass.
Top with soda water.
Garnish with a mint sprig or lime wedge.

Lavender mojito in a tall glass with mint and lime

Other Creative Ways to Use Lavender Syrup

Swap simple syrup for lavender syrup in a French 75 for a sparkling lavender gin cocktail.
Add 10 ml to a glass of cava, prosecco, or dry sparkling wine.
Try a floral riff on a Collins with gin, lemon, and soda.
Mix into lemonade (with or without spirits) for a grown-up picnic drink.

Tips for Mixing With Lavender Syrup

Start with 10–15 ml of syrup; increase gradually to taste.
Pair with spirits that match or contrast lavender’s soft floral notes—gin, vodka, and light rum work best.
Balance floral flavors with acidity (fresh lemon or lime juice) for a more vibrant drink.
Garnish with fresh herbs or edible flowers for visual and aromatic appeal.