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Rosewater lemonade served in a glass
Refreshing glass of lemonade delicately scented with rosewater

Elegant rosewater lemonade

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
In the Middle East, the use of floral waters has a millennial tradition. Rosewater is simply the fragrant water created during the distillation of rose petals. The secret to this drink is balance: the acidity of the lemon tames the heady perfume of the rose, resulting in an elegantly floral outcome rather than a soapy taste.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 75 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International, Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Jug: For mixing.
  • Lemon squeezer: To extract the juice.
  • Long-handled spoon: For dissolving the sugar.

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix the lemon juice with the sugar and a pinch of salt at the bottom of the jug until the grains disappear completely.

Tip: A small amount of salt is a natural flavour enhancer that 'rounds off' the sharp lemon acids and highlights sweetness.
2 ✓

Top up with the cold water, then add the rosewater drop by drop, tasting continuously.

Tip: Rose aroma releases slower in a cold medium but remains more stable (preservation of volatile compounds).
3 ✓

Fill glasses with ice, pour over the lemonade, and sprinkle with rose petals.

Tip: Only use roses grown for culinary purposes; florist roses are treated with chemicals!

Recipe FAQ

How much rosewater should I use?
Rosewater intensity varies by brand. Start with a little, taste, and add more carefully, as it can easily become overpowering.
Where can I buy rosewater?
Look in Asian or Middle Eastern grocers, or the world foods aisle of larger supermarkets.

Ingredients

  • 100 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 60 g Sugar (or sugar syrup)
  • 600 ml Cold water
  • 1 tbsp Rosewater (edible grade)
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 10 pieces Ice cubes
  • 1 handful Chemical-free rose petals (optional)