What Is Rose Tea and Why Should You Drink It?

Rose tea is made from rose petals. It's so subtle and has its own unique flavor profile if you really drink the brew long enough to let all the flavor fully develop in your mouth.

What does rose tea taste like?
Rose tea has a mildly sweet taste. It also has an astringent and a bitter taste. When mixed with the mild green tea, however, it gives off a floral aroma comparable to that of a real rose, and a flavor that is both sweet and refreshing.

What are the health benefits of rose tea?
Aside from smelling amazing, rose tea is a natural herbal remedy with many health benefits. Its long list of proven medicinal properties includes pain relief and skin protection.

How is rose tea being prepared?
Rose tea is easy to make at home. Some brew the petals along with the tea leaves in boiling water for a couple of minutes before removing the herbs. Then, you can add more herbs such as chamomile or mint leaves to further enhance its taste, and even some add honey or other sweeteners. Rose teas are best enjoyed hot rather than cold.

Fun Rose Tea recipes you can try

Rose Petal Tea
Ingredients:
2 tbsp Rose Petals
2 1/2 cups boiling water
1 tbsp honey (optional)

Directions:
Add the rose petals to the teapot and add boiling water.
Cover and let it steep for 30 mins and strain.
Stir in the honey and serve warm.

Rose Tea Latte
Ingredients:
3 tsp Rose Petals
1 cup milk
4 cups boiling water
1 tbsp honey (optional)

Directions:
Add the rose petals and boiling water to a teapot. Cover and steep for 3-5 mins.
Warm the milk and whisk it or use a milk frother to make it frothy.
Serve the tea with honey. Add the milk foam. Garnish with edible rose petals.