Your co-op likely has rose petals in the bulk herbs section, for use in everything from tea and body care to Middle Eastern recipes. In this gorgeous lemonade, an infusion of petals tints the drink pink and gives it a subtle floral perfume.
Rose Petal Lemonade
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Co+opRecipe Information
Total Time:
20 minutes; 10 minutes activeServings:
6Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup rose petals, dried
- 1 1/4 cups honey
- 1 1/2 cups lemon juice
- ice cubes
Preparation
- In a 2-quart pot, bring the water to a boil. Take off the heat and add the rose petals, stirring to submerge the petals. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Pour the honey into a pitcher or 2-quart jar. Place a wire mesh strainer on top. Strain the hot rose infusion into the honey. Stir until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice and chill until cold.
- Serve over ice.
Serving Suggestion
Garnish glasses with lemon wedges. If the occasion warrants a centerpiece, we suggest roses!
Nutritional Information
230 calories, 0 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 0 mg. sodium, 62 g. carbohydrate, 0 g. fiber, 0 g. protein
