Reminiscent of a French 75 and a Bees Knees, the Lavender Vanilla French is a great way to indulge in a co*cktail that is perfect for spring, or recalling spring when the winter blues have you down. The lavender knits together with the botanical flavors of the gin and the flavor of the bright lemon flawlessly to make this co*cktail an easy favorite, regardless of the weather.
FAQs
What flavors complement lavender? ›
On the savory side combine lavender with rosemary, thyme, oregano, pepper or curry. Dried lavender buds lightly sprinkled on roasted or grilled chicken, pork, lamb or salmon creates a flavorful, unique taste treat. Soft cheeses or tomatoes are other good pairing options for lavender.
What is the difference between French Blonde and French 75? ›The Bubbly French Blonde distinguishes itself with the addition of grapefruit juice, Lillet Blanc, and elderflower liqueur, offering a more floral and effervescent experience. In contrast, the classic French 75 leans on lemon juice and simple syrup for a zesty and straightforward profile.
What can you not mix with lavender? ›However, because lavender promotes relaxation, it may make the effects of central nervous (CNS) depressants stronger. These drugs include narcotics such as morphine or oxycodone (OxyContin) for pain, and sedative and anti-anxiety agents such as lorazepam (Ativan), diazepam (Valium), and alprazolam (Xanax).
What two colors go well with lavender? ›Like colors that go with purple in general, the best pairings for lavender go far beyond beige, black and white – though of course, these palettes work too. The designers we spoke to for this piece had some surprising suggestions, from burnt orange to pastel green.
Do French people drink French 75? ›The Canon de 75 modèle 1897 is the source of the name of the co*cktail. The Canon de 75 modèle 1897 is still used in France on ceremonial occasions.
Why is French 75 popular? ›The French 75's Mysterious Origins
Known in France as the soixante-quinze, the famed field gun received much praise in its day for its admirable simplicity and reliability—qualities that no doubt transfer to the equally simple but potent co*cktail. And WW1-era barman, Harry MacElhone, concurred that it packed a wallop.
Lillet, for example, is on the lower end of the spectrum, with an ABV of 17%. Unsurprisingly, it's also one of the aperitifs that goes bad the fastest. Even when placed in the refrigerator, Lillet will only last around three to four weeks once opened.
What blends well with lavender? ›Lavender essential oil blends well with: bergamot, sweet orange, lemon, rose, peppermint, eucalyptus, rosemary, thyme, cedarwood, frankincense, rose geranium, pine, cypress, jasmine, ylang-ylang, clary sage, neroli and more essential oils.
What fruit scent goes with lavender? ›Lavender Essential Oil: Blends well with frankincense, orange, peppermint, geranium, tea tree and lemon. Frankincense Essential Oil: Blends well with lavender, orange, geranium. Sweet Orange Essential Oil: Blends well with lavender, frankincense, geranium.
What smells best with lavender? ›Top aroma note options that go well with lavender include Orange, Tangerine, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, Bergamot, Eucalyptus, and Peppermint. Ideas: Lavender & Bergamot will create a light, bright blend.
What goes nicely with lavender? ›
“Lavender pairs really well with rich and fatty foods because it cuts through and lifts the overall flavor,” Cheney says. Popularly used in herbes de Provence alongside herbs like marjoram, rosemary, savory, and oregano, lavender is often paired with chicken, turkey, lamb, and fatty fish like salmon or tuna.