A rose might be a simple gift, but it can work wonders. It can please your significant other or serve as a peace offering to them should you manage to piss them off! Now, you could be single by choice or not, since recently or since forever. No matter the scene, you can still get yourself a little rose action, and it might just help with the loneliness too. We’re talking about rosy beverages. So get ready to get your dil “garden garden-ed” as you take a sip from our picks of the best rosy beverages that you should try out!Rose syrup can be made using edible rose petals as well as rose water. When using the petals, add them with the sugar and water and simmer, add some coloring and lemon juice, let cool, and voila. For the rose water recipe, add it to a cooled simple syrup along with coloring, and you get the same results.
Do not confuse this drink with a bloom of the garden variety. This apricot and rose flavored, gin-powered cocktail promises a gentle ride to buzztown and is perfect to cool you down on a hot summer day.As for rose, this drink’s got double the flavor. Call it a movie theater. (Get it? Rose/Rows). The drink has both rose water and syrup, so you better believe that the so-called “subtle flavor” is not going to be overpowered by the other ingredients.
From gin and apricot, we move to vodka, cranberries and strawberries. If this drink were to be renamed, we’d call it Berry Rosy. Although the name is sweet (literally), the flavors in this drink are really well balanced. The strength of the vodka, and the tartness of the cranberry and lemon juice counters the sweetness of the rose and strawberry syrup.
Let’s drop the berries and pick up some cherries. The seventh (not prodigal) son brings you the aforementioned fruit coupled with cognac and pilsner, and of course, rose syrup. The mild rose flavor helps balance out the strength of cognac and brings you the best of both worlds. Is it just me, or do you hear a pop star with a split personality around too?
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Photo Credits: PinterestWhat’s better than one rosy drink? A rosy drink made with Rosé! As the name suggests, this drink brings together the classiness of a Rosé and the strength of a bourbon into a well balanced delight. Adding to the complexity of the existing flavors is the ruby grapefruit juice, that brings full-bodied, sour-sweet notes to the mix. If you already aren’t in one, get ready for a party.
Think you are catching up and already know how to make this drink? You think shaking will do the trick? Wrong!
How about adding a little tropical twist to this journey among the roses? Get your steelpan drums, lei, and little ukulele out, and welcome The Amado to your bar. The Amado brings the flavors of white rum, Angostura and lime, along with a pleasant rosy background. With so many flavors all in one beverage, who even needs a charcuterie board anymore? The Amado also boasts a luxurious mouth feel, thanks to the egg whites that add a frothy texture to the cocktail, bringing an extra dimension to the gastronomical experience.
P.S. For a vegan/vegetarian option, you can replace the egg white with 2.5 to 3 ounces aquafaba, and you’re good to go.
Going back to apricot brandy, this rose cocktail substitutes the gin for vodka and has strong citrus and floral notes. The rose syrup’s flavor is really enhanced with the combination of ingredients.
Photo Credits: Pinterest/ Saveur Spicy rye whiskey, strong bitters, tamed with the flavor notes of delicate rose syrup. This drink promises a trip through the evening and night with no bumps. Like jazz, and the skin of your lover, this drink celebrates the smooth things in life. The lemon juice and bitters add a sharp contrast to the smoothness to make sure that you do not get lost in the sauce!
Photo Credits: Pinterest/ Food52If you were thinking of Rooh Afza when we first talked about “rosy beverages”, we don’t blame you, that stuff’s delish! But it’s about time your choice of beverage matched your age. (Assuming you, dear reader, are of drinking age. If not, come back in a few years, yeah?) Introducing a little rose syrup to your spirits can make the whole experience a lot more enjoyable and add a summer friendly dimension to your drinks! So the next time you hear of rose in the alcoholic context, don’t limit your thoughts to just Rosé. Know that the trip from your dining table or living room to a garden full of roses is just a little labor of love and a few sips away.
What Does Rosé Mix Well With?Rosé alone is a pretty well rounded drink, and can scratch all your low-ABV drinking itches. However, mixers like grenadine, fruit juices, and lemonades have been known to add to the flavor of the wine.What Can You Add To Rose Wine?Diced fruits and herbs are pretty good additions to Rosé. If you are feeling adventurous, other spirits like gin and tequila can be added to the wine as well.What Is The Best Cocktail To Try?The answer is… All of them. From Margaritas to Mojitos, and everything in between and beyond, we truly wish there was one concrete answer we could give to this question. However with alcohol, (like other things) it’s “different folks, different strokes”.What Kind Of Drink Is Rosé?A Rosé is a type of wine. It gets its name from the rosy pink color it gets from the skins of the grapes used to make the wine. The color isn’t strong enough however, to classify the result as a red wine.Is Rosé A Strong Alcohol?While Rosé is stronger than a beer, with an ABV of 12.5% to 13.5%, there are definitely stronger spirits out there.What's A Good Beginner Cocktail?The world of alcohol has a wide variety of choices for beginners and seasoned drinkers alike. Some of the most commonly served, and fairly popular cocktails are:
What Not To Pair With Rosé?Rosé wines are known for their mild flavor profiles. So any foods or mixers that have really strong flavors of their own do not pair well with Rosé wines as they would overwhelm the wine’s taste.How Is Rosé Best Served?While a good Rosé can work any time of the year, it just hits the spot during the warmer months. As for the drink’s temperature, Rosé is best served chilled in a chilled glass too. It can be served over ice, just make sure there aren’t any wine purists around, or you’re up for a bad buzz!
