Are you looking for a refreshing and fragrant summer drink? Look no further than Rose Syrup Ice Tea! This delicious and thirst-quenching drink is perfect for hot summer days and is made with just a few simple ingredients.
The Benefits of Rose Syrup
Rose syrup is a fragrant and flavorful ingredient that is made from rose petals. It has a number of health benefits, including:
- Reducing inflammation and improving digestion
- Acting as a natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
- Helping to reduce stress and improve mood
The Recipe
Here is what you’ll need to make Rose Syrup Ice Tea:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rose syrup
- 1 quart brewed tea (black or green tea work well)
- 1 cup ice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- Honey or sugar (optional)
Instructions:
- Brew a quart of tea according to the package instructions.
- In a large pitcher, combine the brewed tea, rose syrup, and lemon juice. Stir until the syrup is fully dissolved.
- Add ice to the pitcher and stir well.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed by adding honey or sugar.
- Serve the Rose Syrup Ice Tea over ice in tall glasses and garnish with chopped fresh mint leaves.
Nutritional Information
Per serving:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
Variations and Substitutions
Here are some variations and substitutions you can try to mix things up:
- Use different types of tea, such as white tea or herbal tea, to change the flavor of the drink.
- Add a few drops of rosewater to the drink for an extra fragrant flavor.
- Use honey or sugar to sweeten the drink instead of rose syrup.
- Add a few slices of lemon or lime to the drink for extra flavor.
Conclusion
Rose Syrup Ice Tea is a refreshing and fragrant summer drink that is perfect for hot summer days. With its delicious flavor and numerous health benefits, it’s a great choice for anyone looking for a tasty and healthy drink. Try it out today and see what you think!
Rose Syrup Ice Tea
Equipment
- KitchenAid® K400 Blender
- Two 12-cup nonstick muffin pans
- Citrus zester
- Citrus zester
- Sharp knife
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole raw almonds
- 1½ tbsp fresh rosemary (stems removed)
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1½ cups whole milk ricotta cheese (room temperature)
- ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 grams blood oranges (small, Cara Cara, or Valencia)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF/180ºC/gas 4. Generously spray two 12-cup muffin pans with cooking spray. Sprinkle the bottom of each cavity with a couple pinches of sugar. Set aside.
- Add almonds and rosemary to your KitchenAid® K400 Blender. Close lid, select “Ice Crush” setting, and let blender run through the setting. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a rubber spatula, then replace lid and blend on speed 5 for 10 seconds. Scrape sides again and blend on speed 5 for a final 15-20 seconds, or until almonds and rosemary are finely ground.
- Pour the almond mixture from blender in a small mixing bowl. Add all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine, and set aside.
- Place ricotta cheese, olive oil, orange zest and sugar into the blender. Pulse 5 times to incorporate. Remove the lid cap and add eggs, one at a time, pulsing once after each addition. Replace lid cap.
- Remove lid, use spatula to scrape down the sides of the bender, then add half of flour mixture to blender and pulse 2 times. Scrape down sides of blender again, then add remaining flour mixture and blend on speed 3 for 15 seconds.
- Assemble the cakes. Use a sharp knife to cut off the ends of four of the citrus fruits. Slice the citrus into very thin rounds, no thicker than 1/8". Remove any seeds from the rounds and place one small citrus round in the bottom of each sugared muffin cavity. (See Chef’s Notes for choosing/placing citrus.)
- Slowly fill each muffin cavity to a little more than halfway full. (A pastry spatula is helpful in portioning the batter from the blender and into the cavities.) Bake cakes for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through baking. Cakes are done when a toothpick inserted into the cakes comes out clean.
Notes
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