#Bliss | Merridale Distillery Recipe

The #Bliss is a light, refreshing vodka cocktail made with Merridale Cowichan Vodka, Lemon Lavender Syrup and sparkling soda water. Floral lavender and bright lemon give it plenty of flavour without weighing it down.

Simple to build right in the glass, this lemon lavender vodka cocktail is an easy choice for sunny afternoons, patio season or whenever you’re craving something fresh and bubbly.

Quick Recipe

Prep: 5 minutes | Makes: 1 cocktail | Difficulty: Easy | Glass: Tall glass | Garnish: Fresh lavender or lemon wheel

Ingredients

• 1 oz Merridale Cowichan Vodka
• 1 oz Merridale Lemon Lavender Syrup
• Soda water, to top
• Ice
• Fresh lavender or lemon wheel, for garnish

Method

Fill a tall glass with ice. Add Cowichan Vodka and Lemon Lavender Syrup, then top with soda water. Stir well and garnish with fresh lavender or a lemon wheel.

Why This Cocktail Works

#Bliss keeps things simple with citrus, floral notes and clean vodka.

Lemon Lavender Syrup brings bright citrus and delicate floral character, while Cowichan Vodka provides a clean base that lets those flavours shine. Soda water keeps everything crisp, bubbly and refreshing.

Ingredient Spotlight

Merridale Cowichan Vodka

Merridale Cowichan Vodka provides the clean, smooth base for #Bliss. Its subtle character makes it an easy match for bright citrus and floral flavours without overpowering them.

Pair It With

• Fresh salads
• Soft cheeses
• Charcuterie
• Grilled chicken
• Light summer desserts

Variations

Make It Less Sweet

Use ½ oz Lemon Lavender Syrup and add a little extra soda water.

Add More Citrus

Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge into the glass before stirring for a brighter citrus finish.

Make It a Batch

For 8 cocktails, combine 8 oz Cowichan Vodka and 8 oz Lemon Lavender Syrup. Divide over ice and top each glass with soda water just before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make #Bliss ahead of time?

Partially. Combine the Vodka and Lemon Lavender Syrup ahead of time, then add ice and soda water just before serving.

Can I make it for a crowd?

Yes. Batch the Vodka and syrup, then top each cocktail individually with soda water to keep it fresh and bubbly.

More Merridale Cocktails

• Fall’n Apples
• Traditional Tea
• Mo’Tini

Visit Merridale

Visit Merridale in the Cowichan Valley to explore our craft cider, small-batch spirits and seasonal cocktails, or stop by the Farmhouse for the ingredients to make #Bliss at home.

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