Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This rose syrup is an elegant way to introduce subtle floral notes to your beverages and sweet treats. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, it captures the essence of roses in a versatile syrup that can enhance cocktails, lemonades, or desserts. It’s vegan, natural, and brings a lovely romantic flair to any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup dried rose petals
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Directions
- Add sugar, water, and rose petals to a small pot.
- Heat on medium until simmering, then reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Strain out the rose petals.
- Simmer the syrup for an additional 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Let cool completely before using.
- Use in drinks, desserts, or as a delicate drizzle.
Servings and timing
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
Variations
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to taste.
- Infuse with a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
- Add a few cardamom pods during simmering for a warm, spicy note.
- Use fresh rose petals if available, but ensure they are pesticide-free.
- Combine with other floral syrups like lavender for unique blends.
Storage/Reheating
- Store syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat gently before using if it thickens too much.
- Stir before use to reincorporate any settled sugar.
FAQs
Can I use fresh rose petals instead of dried?
Yes, fresh petals work well but may require a longer simmer to extract flavor.
Are all rose petals edible?
Use food-grade, pesticide-free rose petals specifically intended for consumption.
Can I make this syrup sugar-free?
You can substitute sugar with a liquid sweetener, but the texture may differ.
How long does the syrup last?
Refrigerated, it keeps for about 2 weeks.
What drinks pair well with rose syrup?
Cocktails, lemonades, teas, and sparkling water are great options.
Can I add rose syrup to desserts?
Yes, drizzle over ice cream, cakes, or pancakes for a floral touch.
Is this syrup vegan?
Yes, it contains only plant-based ingredients.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, simply double the ingredients and adjust cooking time as needed.
How thick should the syrup be?
It should be pourable but slightly thickened; it will thicken more as it cools.
Can I use this syrup for baking?
Yes, add it to batters or glazes for subtle rose flavor.
Conclusion
Blossom Kissed Rose Syrup is a simple yet luxurious way to add floral elegance to your drinks and desserts. With just a few ingredients and a short simmer, you create a fragrant syrup that brightens cocktails, sweet treats, and more. Keep it on hand for moments when you want to add a special, romantic touch to your culinary creations.
Blossom Kissed Rose Syrup
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 1 ½ cups
- Category: Syrup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Description
A fragrant and delicate rose simple syrup made by simmering dried rose petals with sugar and water, perfect for adding a subtle floral touch to drinks and desserts.
Ingredients
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup dried rose petals
Instructions
- Add sugar, water, and rose petals to a small pot.
- Heat on medium until simmering, then reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Strain out the rose petals.
- Simmer the syrup for an additional 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Let cool completely before using.
- Use in drinks, desserts, or as a delicate drizzle.
Notes
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to taste.
Infuse with a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
Add a few cardamom pods during simmering for a warm, spicy note.
Use fresh rose petals if available, but ensure they are pesticide-free.
Combine with other floral syrups like lavender for unique blends.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
