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Honeysuckle Limeade

Ingredients

  • For the honeysuckle simple syrup
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup honeysuckle flowers
  • For the limeade
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice
  • ½ cup simple syrup
  • 4 cups cold water

Instructions

  • To make the simple syrup...
  • Add heat the sugar and water in a small pot over medium heat until all sugar dissolves. Remove the syrup from the heat. Add the honeysuckle flowers. Steep for 20-30 minutes - just until the flavor is infused. Strain and bottle the syrup. Refrigerate any leftover syrup and use within the week.
  • To make the limeade...
  • Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and stir. Taste for sweet/tart balance. Adjust with additional lime juice or simple syrup to suit your taste.
  • Chill or serve over ice.

Notes

NOTE: Not all honeysuckle varieties are edible and safe to eat. Do your research before adding honeysuckle or anything to your diet.