Recipe for limeade with Thai basil and fresh lavender
Makes about 3 gallons
Photographer Berta Daniels, who is a gardener and do-it-by-instinct cook, makes this cooling, citrusy homemade drink with limes, Thai basil, and lavender flowers.
Juice of 18 limes (save 2 pieces rind) 2gallons of water1cup sugar⅛cup fresh Thai basil, chopped8stems lavender flowers, chopped2trays ice (about 1 quart)Extra fresh basil (for garnish)Extra fresh lavender (for garnish)
1. In a large pitcher, combine the lime juice, lime rind, water, sugar, basil, lavender, and ice. Stir and pour into glasses.
2. Garnish with basil and lavender.
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