The apple tree flowers and dandelion flowers bloom at the same time, and its so lovely to see the bright yellow dandelions dotting the green grass under the soft pink apple blossoms. And the bees buzzing from flower to flower. So why not combine all 3 into a refreshing drink: the apple blossoms, dandelion flowers and bees honey. It tastes delicious and even my husband liked drinking it too.
Here’s the recipe: 1 cup dandelion flowers (I used only the yellow parts of the flower), 1.5 cups apple blossoms, 4 cups water, 2 large lemons, 1 TBSP honey (I used lilac infused honey but you can use any sweetener and adjust the amount to your preference). Directions: after picking the flowers set them outside on a plate for awhile so that any bugs can crawl away. Put the petals in a pot. Pour boiled water over the petals, stir, cover the pot and let sit until it becomes room temperature. While the water is still warm stir in the honey and add the freshly squeezed lemon juice from the lemons. After the liquid is room temperature, strain out the flowers, and pour into a jar. Place in the refrigerator. Drink it once its nice & cold. Its quite cooling & refreshing on a warm summer day. Keep refrigerated and drink it within 1-2 days. An added Bonus is that the dandelion stem makes a perfect hollow straw for drinking! Enjoy!
