Lavender Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   In a small saucepan on the stove, bring 1 cup water to a rolling boil.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and add lavender flowers.
3. 3
   Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Sieve through a fine-meshed sieve, discard the blossoms, and set lavender tea aside.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, in a quart jug, mix lemon juice with 4 cups water and sugar to taste.
6. 6
   Add prepared lavender tea.
7. 7
   Refrigerate until chilled.
8. 8
   Serve in tall glasses over ice cubes and decorate with mint leaves.