Dana Frank has authored books and numerous articles on the subject of food and drinks, with a focus on demystifying the world of gastronomy for everyday people. Her infectious enthusiasm for all things culinary makes her the perfect person to guide you through the often confusing world of gastronomy. Rosehips are traditionally harvested after the first frosts, which is said to soften them and improve their flavour. Only clean, unfertilized, and intensely colored petals are used to make the liqueur. That ensures that the result color is as bright as possible.

Vodka that contains 50% vodka (100 Proof) is also fairly common in some parts of Europe and Russia. Apparently there is vodka of 20% (40 Proof) but I do not think that we have much of this in Australia. Some vodkas may contain as much as 95% alcohol (190 Proof) – apparently the Poles like it strong.This is not the only liqueur I make. See my recipe for making Alchermes (or Alkermes) that I use to make the famous Italian dessert Zuppa Inglese. Strawberry Shooters were made to capture the essence of a chocolate-coated strawberry – with the shot combining Tequila Rose, chocolate liqueur and cake vodka with a splash of light cream. This is not a Liqueur - it is a full strength spirit that tastes divine of roses and Turkish delight. It is sweet and needs to be balanced to be enjoyed at its best. Place rose petals a clean jar, add alcohol, close and keep in a cool dark place for at least 2 weeks. Because the liqueur blends so well with almost every ingredient, it is also known as a bartender's ketchup.

The elderflower liqueur from St Germain is the most popular of its kind. It captures the unique taste of elderflower like no other product does. Remember to make sure the rose hips are fully covered otherwise they will ferment. Allow room for shaking.Roses and their rosehip berries have been used as food, medicine and in cosmetics for millennia. The ancient Greeks and Romans highly prized them for their health benefits. My vodka is 40%. The alcohol is the preservative and you will need to entirely cover the petals. The alcohol will not be wasted. This delicious, syrupy rosehip liqueur will continue to mature although it tastes fantastic from the start. It makes a lovely homemade gift, but I bet after you try it you won’t give a drop away! The Tequila Rose Strawberry Kiss is a light drink that combines the classic pink beverage with chocolate liqueur and light rum.

Another classic Tequila Rose shot, the Dudi Drop takes a more simple approach to reinventing the delicious pink beverage. Italicus is a relatively new product, although it feels like it has been there forever. In 2016 Giuseppe Gallo presented his recently created liqueur Italicus. The idea was to revive an ancient Italian tradition - the Rosolios.Vodka’s alcoholic content usually ranges between 35-50% by volume and many vodkas are 40% alcohol by volume (80 proof). I have just looked in my freezer and this is what mine is. Liqueurs made from flowers and petals have been around for a long time. But it wasn't until the tremendous success of St Germain that those sweet, perfumed, and floral liqueurs gained traction. Only then did they become relevant in mixology. A refreshing blend of exotic fruit juices, smooth 5 times distilled premium vodka, aged French VSOP cognac, and hints of sweet saffron. Rose hips contain plenty of vitamin C, and before imported fruit and veggies were available, rose hip syrup was used to treat coughs and colds.

Raise your glass for the ROSÉelution while lounging poolside with Piñaq Rosé’s unexpected and delightfully delicious fusion of Cognac, Vodka, and the cool, airy freshness of premium Rosé Wine. This easy-to-prepare recipe combines Tequila Rose with cake vodka and frozen strawberries to create a mini drinkable dessert. The vibrant sweetness of Tropical Gold pineapple and aromatic notes of passion fruit balanced perfectly with smokey French VSOP Cognac and 3 Kilos Vodka for an exceptionally smooth yet daringly bold experience.

The French 75 is usually pretty tart and very strong. So this rosé version is ideal for anyone on the hunt for something light, elegant, and mild. If you love floral aromas but aren't a fan of overly sweet liqueurs, this Poppy liqueur might be your perfect choice. I cant promise that our rosehip liqueur will stop you catching a cold, but since it tastes delicious, it’ll certainly cheer you up if you do have one. Based on an organic grain spirit, this floral liqueur is spiced with nutmeg from Indonesia, cloves from Brazil, ginger from Nigeria, and hibiscus from Morocco.