Sudha Rose Petal Wine
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this homemade Sudha Rose Wine, crafted from the pure essence of aromatic roses. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this wine offers a unique experience for your palate. Perfect for special occasions or intimate gatherings, this delightful beverage blends sweetness with floral notes, elevating your wine repertoire. Enjoy the satisfaction of sipping a vintage created in your own kitchen!
ingredients
- 2 cups fresh rose petals (preferably organically grown)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 gallon water
- 1 teaspoon citric acid
- 1 packet of wine yeast (such as Champagne or a desirable white wine yeast)
- ½ teaspoon potassium metabisulfite (optional, for stabilization)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 orange, juiced
steps
- 1.
Thoroughly rinse the rose petals in cold water to remove any impurities.
- 2.
In a large pot, bring the gallon of water to a boil, then remove from heat and add the rose petals, allowing them to steep for 24 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
- 3.
Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing the petals to extract all the fragrant liquid, and return the strained liquid to the pot.
- 4.
Stir in the sugar, citric acid, lemon juice, and orange juice until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 5.
Once the mixture cools to room temperature, transfer it to a fermentation vessel and sprinkle in the wine yeast.
- 6.
If using, add potassium metabisulfite at this stage to further stabilize the mixture.
- 7.
Seal the vessel with an airlock and place it in a cool, dark area for fermenting for 2-4 weeks, checking periodically for fermentation activity.
- 8.
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the wine into bottles, being careful to leave sediment behind.
- 9.
Allow the wine to age for 2-3 months for flavor development before enjoying.
