Make the Drink:
Add honey to the bottom of a tall glass (if honey is cold, let it come to room temperature first for easier mixing)
Pour lavender syrup directly on top of the honey
Squeeze juice from half a fresh lemon into the glass
Stir the honey, lavender syrup, and lemon juice together with a spoon until honey is fully dissolved
Fill the glass approximately two-thirds full with ice cubes
Slowly and gently pour lemon soda over the ice to fill the glass (pour gently to preserve carbonation)
Do not stir after adding soda - let carbonation naturally mix the flavors
If using, add a tiny pinch of edible glitter to the surface of the drink
Garnish with a lemon wheel or fresh lavender sprig if desired
Serve immediately with a straw
To Make Homemade Lavender Syrup (Optional):
Combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender in a small saucepan
Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely
Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes
Remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes
Strain through a fine-mesh strainer to remove lavender flowers
Let cool completely before using
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks
For a Pitcher (Multiple Servings):
Multiply honey and lavender syrup by number of servings desired
Stir with lemon juice in the bottom of a large pitcher
Add ice to pitcher
Top with lemon soda just before serving
Add edible glitter to individual glasses rather than the pitcher
Adult Version (Optional):
Add 1-2 oz elderflower liqueur, gin, or vodka before adding the soda
