Lunar Lavender Dream

Transport your wedding guests to a celestial realm with the Lunar Lavender Dream, a cocktail that captures the enchantment of moonlit nights and the sweet fragrance of lavender fields. This sophisticated drink combines the floral notes of lavender with the crispness of gin and the soft glow of butterfly pea flower, creating a magical hue that mirrors the night sky. Ingredients: - 2 oz Gin - 1 oz Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed - 0.75 oz Lavender Syrup - 0.5 oz Butterfly Pea Flower Tea (chilled) - Sparkling Water - Fresh Lavender Sprigs for garnish - Lemon Twist for garnish Instructions: 1. Begin by preparing the butterfly pea flower tea; steep according to package instructions then chill. This will be your magical ingredient that brings a vibrant, color-changing effect to the cocktail. 2. In a shaker filled with ice, combine gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice, leaving room at the top. 4. Slowly pour the chilled butterfly pea flower tea over the back of a spoon to create a mesmerizing, layered effect — from the deep blue of a night sky to the twilight hues of dusk. 5. Top with a splash of sparkling water for effervescence. 6. Garnish with a twisted lemon peel and a sprig of fresh lavender. Glass: Serve in a highball glass to showcase the beautiful gradient from deep blue to light lavender, reminiscent of the night sky transitioning through phases of the moon. The Lunar Lavender Dream is not only a tribute to the beauty of the night and the allure of lavender but also a symbol of new beginnings and everlasting love, making it the perfect signature cocktail for your wedding.