Lavender Infused Iced Tea

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most refreshing. This lavender infused iced tea comes together in minutes using our go-to lavender simple syrup — the same one we use in our cocktails and other recipes. Sweet, floral, and endlessly customizable, it's the perfect drink for a warm afternoon.

Ingredients

• 4 cups brewed black tea (or herbal tea of your choice), cooled
• 2–3 tablespoons lavender simple syrup, to taste (recipe below)
• Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
• Ice
• Fresh lavender sprigs and lemon slices, for garnish

Lavender Simple Syrup

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds

1. Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
2. Add the dried lavender buds and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Remove from heat and steep for 20 minutes.
4. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, discarding the lavender buds.
5. Cool completely before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Directions

1. Brew your tea and allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
2. Pour the cold tea into a pitcher or tall glass over ice.
3. Stir in lavender simple syrup to taste — start with 2 tablespoons and adjust from there.
4. Add lemon juice if using and stir to combine.
5. Garnish with a fresh lavender sprig and lemon slice and serve immediately.

Tips

• Go herbal: Chamomile or mint tea pairs beautifully with lavender for a caffeine-free version.
• Make a big batch: This recipe doubles or triples easily — store in a pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Adjust sweetness: The simple syrup makes it easy to dial in exactly how sweet and floral you want it — just add more or less to taste.
• Use culinary lavender: Always use food-grade lavender buds. Our Culinary Lavender – Royal Velvet Buds are harvested specifically for cooking and beverages.

Ready to make your own lavender simple syrup? Pick up a bag of our Culinary Lavender – Royal Velvet Buds — clean, fragrant, and perfect for steeping into syrups, teas, cocktails, and more.