Blackberry Lavender Water: Easy Infused Water Recipe

Blackberry lavender water is a berry-and-flower-infused drink that takes 2 hours 10 minutes, including steeping, and yields about 1 liter (4¼ cups).

What is blackberry lavender water?

Blackberry lavender water is water infused with blackberries and a small amount of culinary lavender. The berries give it a gently fruity flavor, while the lavender adds a floral note; the finished drink is much lighter than juice.

It builds on the same simple method as blackberry infused water. The fruit is steeped rather than blended, so the water may be lightly colored and subtly flavored rather than thick or intensely sweet.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For about 1 liter (4¼ cups), use:

1 liter (4¼ cups) drinking water
150 g (about 1 cup) fresh blackberries
About 0.5 g (½ teaspoon) dried culinary lavender buds

This ratio uses roughly 1 cup of berries per liter of water. The lavender amount is deliberately small: its flavor can become overpowering if you add too much or leave it in for too long. You can adjust it in a later batch once you know how floral you like the drink.

Choose lavender sold for culinary use. Do not substitute lavender essential oil or ornamental flowers that may have been treated with pesticides. Use clean drinking water and a clean, covered pitcher or jar.

How do you make blackberry lavender water?

Prep time: 10 minutes
Steep time: 2 hours, or up to 4 hours for more flavor
Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes at the shorter steep
Yield: About 1 liter (4¼ cups)

Rinse the blackberries under running water and discard any damaged or spoiled berries.
Place the blackberries in a clean pitcher. Add the culinary lavender directly, or put it in a clean tea infuser so it is easy to remove.
Pour the drinking water over the berries and lavender, then cover the pitcher.
Refrigerate for 2 hours. Taste the water and, if you prefer a stronger infusion, leave it refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
Strain out the lavender and berries, or remove the lavender infuser and leave the berries in the pitcher. Serve chilled.

For another combination, try the ai infused water generator.

If the floral flavor is already strong enough at the first taste, remove the lavender before steeping the berries any longer. A fine-mesh strainer is useful for catching loose buds when you pour.

Why do blackberry and lavender work together?

Blackberries bring a tart, fruity flavor that balances lavender’s floral character. A light hand with the lavender lets the berries remain noticeable instead of making the drink taste perfumed. For a simpler floral infusion, see lavender water.

The main benefit of blackberry lavender water is hydration. Whole blackberries contain fiber and vitamin C, but the amount that transfers into steeped water is uncertain; the drink should not be treated as nutritionally equivalent to eating the berries.

Hydration supports normal body functions, including those of the kidneys. The liver and kidneys do most of the body’s detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste; this drink does not replace those processes.

How should you store blackberry lavender water?

Keep blackberry lavender water covered and refrigerated, and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor. If you leave the berries in the pitcher, use a clean utensil when serving rather than reaching into the water.

Discard the infusion after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours. Removing the lavender after steeping also helps keep its flavor from becoming too strong during storage.

What are some variations?

Use frozen blackberries

Frozen blackberries can stand in for fresh ones in the same amount. Add them to the pitcher and let the infusion steep in the refrigerator; the water may develop a deeper color as the berries soften.

Add a little lemon

Add a few washed lemon slices for a brighter, more tart flavor. Remove the lemon or strain the water after about 4 hours, since the pith can make the infusion bitter.

Make it sparkling

Steep the berries and lavender in part of the still water, then add cold sparkling water just before serving. Keep the total liquid close to 1 liter (4¼ cups) if you want a similar flavor strength.