Rose Petals, Red
Rosa centifolia
Rose petals make a light, floral tea that’s soothing hot and crisp when iced. Long valued in Middle Eastern tea traditions, they add elegance and aroma to any blend. A timeless favorite for tea lovers seeking both beauty and subtle flavor.
Roses belong to the Rosaceae family—a diverse and expansive group of flowering plants that includes nearly 5,000 known species. This plant family encompasses a wide range of beloved fruits, shrubs, and trees, including apples, cherries, and, of course, the rose. Roses hold a special place in human history as one of the oldest plants cultivated purely for their beauty, with fossil records tracing their presence back over 35 million years.
The use of rose petals in tea stretches back centuries, particularly in the Middle East, where rose tea has long been valued for both its delicate flavor and aromatic qualities. Beyond its culinary uses, the rose carries rich symbolic meaning across cultures. In Ancient Greek mythology, it was said that roses sprang from the tears of Aphrodite and the blood of her lover Adonis, forever linking the flower to themes of love, loss, and passion.
Today, rose petals continue to offer more than beauty—they make a refreshingly light tea on their own, with a gently floral character that shines both hot and iced. They're also a lovely way to add visual and aromatic charm to your favorite teas, whether black, green, or herbal. With its long history and elegant flavor, rose remains one of the most enchanting ingredients in our apothecary.
