As a trained culinary chef, one of my favorite ways to add a unique twist to recipes is by playing with floral flavors—and rose simple syrup is one of the easiest and most elegant ways to do just that. With its romantic aroma and delicate sweetness, this syrup instantly elevates everything from matcha lattes to cocktails, cakes, and lemonade.
Whether you're adding a dash to a rose matcha latte, sweetening sparkling water, or drizzling it over a vanilla cake, this syrup is a versatile kitchen staple that’s surprisingly easy to make. All you need is sugar, water, and rose flavor, and you’re just 10 minutes away from something beautiful and delicious.
This recipe uses either dried edible rose petals for a more natural infusion or rose water for a quicker floral flavor—both work beautifully, and the syrup keeps well in the fridge for days of inspired creations.
Why You’ll Love This Rose Syrup Recipe
- Quick & Easy – Ready in just 10 minutes with just a few ingredients.
- Beautifully Aromatic – Adds a soft floral note to any recipe without being overpowering.
- Naturally Pink (Optional) – Add a drop of beet juice or food coloring for a gorgeous blush tone.
- So Versatile – Use it in lattes, lemonades, cocktails, frostings, or over fruit and desserts!
How to Make Rose Simple Syrup
Combine the granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add rose petals to the hot syrup and bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes. Set aside and let the syrup infuse for at least 20 minutes.
Strain – Strain out rose petals if used, and let syrup cool completely. Then add the rose water if you desire a stronger flavor to your syrup.
Storing - Pour into a jar or bottle and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, using as desired!
Ways to Use Rose Syrup
Once you’ve made your rose simple syrup, here are some fun and delicious ways to use it!
- Rose Matcha Latte – Add 1–2 tablespoons to your favorite iced or hot matcha drink.
- Rose Old Fashioned – Use in your next old fashioned for a floral twist!
- Cocktails – Mix into gin spritzers, sparkling rosé, or vodka sodas.
- Baking & Desserts – Drizzle over vanilla cake, panna cotta, yogurt, or fresh berries.
Tips for Success
Before you start mixing your rose syrup into all the things, here are a few quick tips to help you get the best flavor, color, and shelf life out of your homemade floral sweetener.
- Use culinary-grade dried rose petals - this will help to both create an infusion of rose flavor and naturally turn the syrup into a pink rosy hue.
- Taste as you go! Add more or less rose flavor depending on your preference.
- Keep the simple syrup sealed and refrigerated to preserve freshness.
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How to Make Rose Simple Syrup: A Floral Sweetener for Drinks, Desserts & More
Equipment
- Air Tight Container for Storing Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup (236 g) Water
- 1 cup (200 g) Sugar
- ½ cup Dried Rose Petals
- 2 tablespoons cup Rose Water
Instructions
- Pour your measured water and sugar into a saucepan and heat on medium1 cup Water, 1 cup Sugar
- Cook, stirring the mixture until your sugar has completely dissolved.
- Add roses and continue heating for 2-3 minutes before removing from heat.½ cup Dried Rose Petals
- Allow syrup to infuse for half an hour as the simple syrup cools completely.
- Strain syrup into an airtight container, add rose water and store in the fridge.2 tablespoons cup Rose Water
Camille
This is soooo perfect for Spring!! I can’t wait to use it in my favorite lemonade recipe
Jen
Looking forward to making this, and having it on hand for my morning matcha lattes. Thanks for the recipe