As I write this, I am looking out into the big blue sea, sparkling and endless. The sweet and spicy aromas of wild roses waft through the air, whispering to the bees, come, pollinate me, and they do.
It’s easy to get lost in thought, and not see the beauty that is right in front of us. And it’s almost as if the wild roses have been trying to tell me this all along, in the only way they can, with their sweet musky scent, gently nudging me back to the present to see and smell and acknowledge – and just be here with them.
Making Wild Rose Petal Sangria is a lovely way to celebrate the arrival of summer and be here in the season.
Collect one cup of fresh wild rose petals. Wild rose petals collected in the morning are especially fragrant, but all rose petals untreated with pesticides will work too.
Make the recipe for wild rose petal simple syrup, letting the petals steep overnight for the most flavor. Then follow the sangria recipe and enjoy this refreshing, summery drink, preferably sitting outside, letting the worries of the day be carried away. Roses are thought to heal the heart and sooth the soul. Let them.
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Rose Sangria with Elderflower
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 5 drinks 1x
Description
Enjoy the fragrance of wild roses and summer in this rose sangria with rosé wine and elderflower liqueur. A great way to cool down and appreciate the season.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle Rosé Wine
- 1/4- 1/3 cup Rose petal simple syrup ( see below)
- 1/4 -1/3 cup Elder Flower Liqueur ( like St. Germaine)
- 1-2 tbsp fresh wild rose petals (washed)
- handful fresh mint leaves for garnish ( optional)
Rose Petal Simple Syrup
- 1 cup (240 ml) washed fresh rose petals ( or 1/3 cup dried petals, food grade - available in bulk section of gourmet markets)
- 1 cup (200 g) Sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ** All fresh rose petals are edible, just make very sure they are untreated with pesticides.
Instructions
Make rose petal simple syrup
- Bring all ingredients to a simmer, stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Let roses petals steep for 12 – 24 hours.
- Strain.
Mix
- Place Rosé Wine, 1/3 cup Rose petal simple syrup, 1/3 cup Elder Flower Liqueur and 1-2 tbsp fresh wild rose petals (washed) in a large pitcher and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Serve over ice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 180
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to use wild rose petals, or will any rose petals work?
The article states that wild rose petals collected in the morning are especially fragrant, but all rose petals that are untreated with pesticides will work. The ingredient list also notes that dried food-grade rose petals—available in the bulk section of gourmet markets—can substitute for fresh at a ratio of 1/3 cup dried to 1 cup fresh.
How long should I steep the rose petals for the simple syrup?
The recipe instructs steeping the petals for 12 to 24 hours after bringing the water, sugar, and lemon juice to a simmer. The article notes that letting the petals steep overnight delivers the most flavor.
Why is lemon juice added to the simple syrup?
The lemon juice helps preserve the syrup’s pink color. Rose petals contain anthocyanins that quickly turn purple or blue in an alkaline environment, and the small acid boost from 1 tsp of lemon juice keeps the hue vibrant.
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