Lavender Lemonade (For Adults)

Step 1: Bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil in a 2-qt saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Add lavender stems and remove from heat.

Step 2: Cover the pot and allow mixture to cool about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Remove lavender stems from syrup and strain syrup to remove small pieces of flower.

Step 4: In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice, remaining water and lavender syrup and stir well. Chill for about 1 hour in refrigerator.

Step 5: Add vodka and stir. Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with lemon slices.