Ingredients

1 cup water

1 cinnamon stick, 3 inch

½ tsp whole coves

3 tbsp fresh lavender flowers , or 1 Tbs. dried lavender

6 oz frozen limeade concentrate

2 cups 100% Concord purple grape juice

1 lime, sliced

Ribbon-tied bouquet , optional, of lavender flowers

1 liter seltzer , or ginger ale

Preparation

In covered 1 qt. saucepan, heat water, cinnamon, and cloves to boiling.

Simmer over low heat 5 minutes; remove from heat.

Add lavender flowers.

Cover and let stand for 10 minutes to steep.

Strain the brew into a bowl and discard the particles.

Stir frozen limeade concentrate into the brew until melted and add grape juice.

Cover and refrigerate.

Just before serving, pour into a large pitcher.

Add lime slices and ice. Serve when ready