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INGREDIENTSROSE WATERLiquid

Rose Water

Liquid · Middle Eastern · Indian · French

Floral aromas dominate this liquid, characterized by a distinct rose profile. It offers a subtle sweetness and low acidity on the palate, with minimal bitterness and no salty or umami characteristics. The product provides a clear, watery texture that integrates easily into Middle Eastern, Indian, and French culinary applications.

Studio macro photograph of rose water

Photo: Dennis S. Hurd · CC BY 2.0

01At a glance

RoleLiquid

Default yieldUse as purchased

Top cuisines

Middle EasternIndianFrench

Key compounds

GeraniolCitronellolPhenethyl-Alcohol

02Pairs well with· 8

Orange Blossom Water

Ground Cardamom

Complementary·Fat

Complementary·Dairy

Shared·Sweetener

Bridge·Sweetener

Saffron Threads

03Sensory profile

Taste· 0–10

Sweet

1.5

Salty

0.0

Sour

0.2

Bitter

0.3

Umami

0.0

Fat

0.0

Heat

0.0

Aroma· 0–10

Floral8.7

rose

Texture· 0–10

Juiciness5.0

Softness5.0

Density5.0

Fibrousness3.0

Crispness3.0

Chewiness3.0

04Aroma compounds· 3

Geraniol Citronellol Phenethyl-Alcohol

05Techniques that suit it

Infuse Steep Reduce Emulsify Macerate

06Common forms / preps

01

Raw

Liquid state as bottled · used to perfume syrups, beverages, and delicate Middle Eastern desserts.

02

Infused

Combined with milk or cream · foundational for floral panna cotta, custards, and refined ice creams.

03

Macerated

Fresh berries soaked in rose water and sugar · elegant topping for pavlova or breakfast bowls.

04

Warmed

Gently heated liquid · ideal for blooming in rice-based dishes like biryani or zesty saffron pilafs.

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Rose Water

Liquid · Use as purchased