Comments on: Wild Rose Elixir: A Favorite First Aid Remedy

By: blanche

blanche — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:13:22 +0000

I just finished making this Rose Elixir. I used all dried material. I added in Red and Pink Petals, Hibicus Flowers (recommended by a friend), and Rose Hips. I flavored it with some Cinnamon Chips and whole Cloves and a little Chamomile Flowers. The menstruum is local raw honey (it’s a dark amber, all I have) and E&J Brandy. I get back to you when it’s ready!

By: cory

cory — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:12:21 +0000

I knew you had a rose elixir recipe here somewhere. Just sent some rose gardeners over.

By: Catherine Manning

Catherine Manning — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:33:07 +0000

Thank you so much for this – I will try it. I have a little question though – you suggest brandy or vodka. Would amber rum work as well (since i happen to have some on hand, or cognac) – or should I stick to those you suggested? Just curious if it makes a difference…thanks so much!

Catherine

By: Kiva Rose

Kiva Rose — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:46:15 +0000

Yes, dried petals can be used, just use a proportion of 1:5 rather than 1:2.

By: Karen

Karen — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:03:09 +0000

I had a wonderful harvest of fragrant old rose petals in May and June. I made rosewater with some and air-dried the rest. Now I have been waiting for a second bolom so I can make your rose elixer. The Japanese beetles are ravaging my rosebush!!!!!!! I am afraid I may not have another harvest this season. Can my dried petals be used? They are still very fragrant and have retained their color. I am storing them in a jar in my pantry.
Green Blessings- Karen