<b>HOW TO USE ORGANIC DRIED LAVENDER</b> <br> <br> Brewing lavender tea is a great way to get the most out of whole lavender buds - steep 1 1/2 tablespoons of dried lavender buds in hot water for a few minutes, then add lemon and honey to taste. This is best made with a tea strainer to make sure that all the lavender buds are strained out of the steaming, comforting tea. <br> <br> Culinary lavender flower buds doesn’t only have to be enjoyed for it’s aromatherapeutic benefits - this fragrant flower also adds a layer of complexity and delicate flavor to dishes and drinks. Baking with whole culinary lavender flower buds lends both rustic charm and French elegance to dishes such as macarons and crème brûlée. They add a light flavor and perfectly garnish almost anything. A splash of lavender syrup (that you can totally DIY, FYI! Check out our recipe!) instantly uplifts and puts a refreshing twist on any lemonade or cocktail. <br> <br> <b>Lavender Syrup</b> <br> Ingredients<br> 2 cups sugar <br> 2 teaspoons dried lavender<br> 1 cup water<br> 1 clean glass jar<br> <br><b> Instructions</b><br> Bring all ingredients to a simmer in a saucepan. <br> Stir until sugar dissolves. <br> Remove from heat, and cool. <br> Pour into jar and store in the refrigerator. It will keep for a few weeks. Add to tea, lemonade, alcoholic drinks. <br><br><b>About Kate Naturals</b><br> Kate's Organic Lavender Flowers are imported from France. The only ingredient in the bag is organic and pure lavender flowers. <br><br> ​Our facility is located in California. We comply with the highest manufacturing standards to ensure that all of our products are top quality. <br> <br> Kate uses organic ingredients in her products without the harmful chemicals that damage our health and our environment. Her motto is if she cannot pronounce the ingredient, she won't use it in her products. <br> <br> Grab a bag and enjoy your favorite recipe today!