Floral Ice Cube Recipe
Flower-infused ice
Summertime means gatherings, and no matter the occasion, I always love to share a little piece of my garden with my guests. Today I’m showing you another way to use flowers to elevate your event—with floral ice! Simply follow the steps below to learn how to make edible-flower ice cubes for your cold refreshments or to fill an ice bucket when chilling wine and champagne!
Whether hosting a garden party, brunch, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon drink, a flower garnish adds instant charm to a glass. Depending on the flowers you choose, they might even infuse a hint of flavor! I once left a few cubes to melt in my lemonade, and a couple of hours later, I came back to a slightly purple, lavender-tasting drink—it was so lovely!
What You’ll Need
Distilled water, or boiled and cooled water (for crystal-clear cubes)
A silicone ice cube tray
Edible flowers (I used lavender and pansies for their vibrant color and delicate shape)
Step 1: Prepare the water
If you’re using tap or filtered water, I recommend boiling the water and letting it cool before freezing to remove the air bubbles and give your ice that clear, glassy look. This step is optional, but it makes a big difference. Otherwise, you can use distilled water, right out of the bottle, for similar results.
Step 2: Add the flowers
Gently place your flower face-up into each well (section) of the tray for the prettiest presentation, noting that most flowers will rise after adding water.
Step 3: Add water
Once your flowers are in place, fill the wells with your distilled (or boiled and cooled) water.
Step 4: Freeze
Pop the tray in the freezer and let it sit overnight. The next morning? Voilà! The little frozen gems will be ready to float in your favorite drinks.
Pro Tip:
Pansies and lavender aren’t just beautiful—they’re edible and safe for drinks and food. Just make sure they’re pesticide-free and labeled for consumption.
Video Demonstration
Watch the one-minute video below to see how I made floral ice following this easy recipe!
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I hope this tutorial offers some inspiration to try making glaçons aux fleurs (floral ice cubes) for your next summer gathering. If you do, let us know. We’d love to see the finished product, so please tag us if you share photos on Instagram: @lesfleursandover or @lesfleursviasandra
Joyeux été (happy summer),
Sandra
