🌹 Simple Rosewater Recipe (Simmering Method) 🌈 Mood Support
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You can make rosewater at home easily using two methods: the simmering method (fast and simple) or the distillation method (purer and longer-lasting). This recipe provides the Simmering Method.
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Equipment
- Small saucepan with lid
- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
- Glass jar or spray bottle (sterilized)
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh organic rose petals (preferably Rosa damascena or Rosa centifolia)
- -OR-
- ½ cup dried rose petals (culinary grade)
- 1½ cups distilled water
Instructions
- Place rose petals in a small saucepan and pour in the distilled water. Water should just cover the petals.
- Cover with a lid and simmer on the lowest heat for 20 minutes. Avoid boiling — you want a gentle infusion.
- When petals lose color (they’ll turn pale), remove from heat.
- Let cool with the lid on.
- Strain out the petals and pour rosewater into a sterilized glass jar or bottle.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1–2 weeks.
Betsy's Infusion Notes:
🌹 Use only roses that are pesticide-free and unsprayed.
🛒 Grocery store roses often contain chemicals.
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