I use to loath honey. I thought it was the most revolting thing I could place in my mouth. After time it grew on me. I really prefer wild honey. I would like to try and gather my own sometime. If you enjoy teas with toast or tarts, you will love this honey.

   In the Victorian Era ladies used rose petals in many foods. They were not wary about eating flowers. They used petals and leaves from many species of plants as ingredients in, and additions to, recipes. These could add flavor and fragrance, as well as color and texture.

   They had many delightful recipes for rose petals, such as Rose-petal sorbert, Rose-petal jelly and jam, and Rose-petal butter. These treats would lay on tea tables next to such foods as tiny sandwiches filled with Anchovy paste, egg and cress, or cucumbers. Tiny cakes with candied flowers next to fine China dishes. It must have been lovely.

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{Rose-Petal Honey}

~Fresh, Strongly scented Pink or Red rose petals~

~15oz. of fresh raw honey~

~Small Jars with lids~

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   Pour 15oz. of raw honey into a small pan and heat gently, until hot but not boiling. Finely chop four cupfuls of clean, dry, fresh, highly scented rose petals. Now put the rose petals in a bowl and pour the warm honey over it (the petals will change color in the heat). Mix until well blended. Now pour the rose honey into small jars and seal well. This will keep in a cool place for several months.

(Do not use store bought Roses)

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  I hope you enjoy this treat.

  In the words of a Scottish Proverb, "Bees that have honey in their mouths have stings in their tails."

Sincerely,

~Mary-Ann~

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Posted by CaraDD

I've always wanted to try making flavored honey, unfortunately, I can't grow roses. Maybe some day?

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Posted by morningsunshine

I am with on the honey front - I REALLY disliked honey. then I discovered NATURALLY-flavored honey. as in, honey made from the nectar of raspberry bushes verses orange blossoms. My all-time favorite is Blueberry, but orange blossom is close behind, and my local wildflower is also extra yummy. dh likes Raspberry and my son likes cranberry. none of us liked the buckwheat. I buy my honey from fruitwood orchards farms - do a google and find them - their prices are very reasonable for raw honey and shipping.

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Posted by gabbie427

Sounds wonderful!

God's Blessings,
Amy Jo

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