Lavender Honey Sparkling Lemonade

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
• 1/4 teaspoon lightly crushed coriander seeds
• 1 strip lemon peel
• 3 ounces chilled strong heather tea or chamomile tea
• 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1 ounce lavender honey syrup
• 2 ounces chilled sparkling water
• 1 cup ice
• 1 lemon twist, for garnish

Directions

1. Make the syrup by combining the honey, water, lavender, coriander, and lemon peel in a small saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring until the honey dissolves and the mixture just begins to steam. Remove from the heat, cover, and let it steep for 10 minutes, then strain and chill.
2. To make the drink, add the chilled tea, lemon juice, and lavender honey syrup to a shaker or lidded jar with the ice. Shake until cold.
3. Strain into a coupe or small glass. Top with sparkling water, give it one gentle stir, and garnish with the lemon twist.