Lavender-Lemon Vodka Tonic

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 ounces vodka
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• 2 ounces tonic water
• 1/2 ounce lemon juice
• 2 sprigs of fresh lavender
• 1 lemon wheel

Directions

1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, simple syrup, tonic water, and lemon juice.
2. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
3. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with lavender sprigs and a lemon wheel.

Interesting Facts

• Fresh lavender has a delicate, sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the tartness of the lemon.
• Vodka is one of the most popular spirits in the world, and it is a great base for cocktails like this one.
• Tonic water is a carbonated beverage that contains quinine, which gives it a slightly bitter flavor.