Lavender Whiskey Sour Cocktail

For Cocktail: Fill an 8-ounce glass with ice, then pour over whiskey. Fill with lavender sour syrup and stir to combine. Garnish with lavender sprig and serve immediately.

For Lavender Sour Syrup: Bring sugar and water to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat to low and add lavender. Cover and let steep 15 minutes.

Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher. Add lemon juice to taste. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Recipe Source: Martha Stewart