Okay, so I’ve been wanting to get into making rose tea for a while now, and I finally took the plunge! I thought it would be fun to share my little adventure, from start to finish.

Getting Started

First, I needed to, you know, actually get some rose petals. I didn’t have any roses growing in my yard (note to self: plant some!), so I went to a local farmer’s market. I found a vendor selling organic, pesticide-free roses – score! They were so pretty, I almost didn’t want to use them for tea, but I resisted the urge.

I made sure to give them a good rinse when i get home, because the vendor told me that.

The Drying Process

I wanted to dry the petals myself, rather than buying pre-dried ones. It just felt more…authentic, I guess? Plus, I could control the whole process.

There are a couple of ways to dry them. Some people suggested, I could use a dehydrator. But I don’t have one so, I went the air-drying route.

• I spread the petals out on a clean, dry cloth in a single layer.
• Then I placed the cloth in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated area. My pantry seemed like the perfect spot.
• I made sure to turn the petals every day or so, to ensure they dried evenly.

It took about a week for the petals to completely dry. They became all crispy and brittle, and the color deepened beautifully.

Brewing the Tea

This was the moment of truth! I was so excited to finally taste the fruits of my labor. I grabbed my favorite little teapot and infuser.

• I added about a tablespoon of the dried rose petals to the infuser.
• Then I poured boiling water over the petals.
• I let it steep for about 5-7 minutes. The water turned a lovely shade of pinkish-red.

The Taste Test

I poured myself a cup, took a deep breath, and…wow! It was so fragrant and delicate. The rose flavor was definitely there, but it wasn’t overpowering. It was just subtly sweet and floral. Honestly, it felt like I was drinking a fancy spa treatment.

I added a tiny bit of honey to one cup, just to see how it would taste. It was good, but I actually preferred it without the honey. The natural sweetness of the roses was perfect on its own.

Final Thoughts

This whole process was so much fun, and the tea turned out amazing! I’m definitely going to keep making my own rose tea. It’s a simple, yet, rewarding thing to do. Feeling good!