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Submitted by juleskaye

Rosatum is an ancient Roman rose wine made with red wine, honey, rose water, and fresh rose petals. A fragrant, no-cook punch bowl drink for elegant gatherings.

YIELD

6 servings

PREP

10 min

COOK

20 min

READY

30 min

Rosatum traces back to ancient Rome, where honey-sweetened wines scented with roses were served at feasts and celebrations. This version keeps the tradition simple: red wine stirred with honey and a whisper of rose water, then scattered with fresh petals.

The honey rounds out the tannins in the wine while the rose water adds a floral perfume without overwhelming. Use a medium-bodied red for the best balance.

Make sure your roses are organic and unsprayed. Florist roses are treated with pesticides and should never go near food or drink.

Pro Tips

  • Chill the wine before mixing so the honey dissolves more slowly and you can taste as you go.
  • A little rose water goes a long way. Start with less and add more if needed.
  • Let the petals float for at least 10 minutes before serving so the fragrance infuses the surface.
  • Serve in clear glasses or goblets so guests can see the petals.

Variations

  • Use white wine for a lighter, more delicate rosatum.
  • Replace honey with lavender-infused simple syrup for a Provencal twist.
  • Add a splash of brandy for a stronger, Roman-banquet-worthy punch.

Ingredients

2 2
BOTTLES BOTTLES RED WINE *
¼ 59
CUP ML HONEY
0.6
TEASPOON ML WATER
rose
2 2
EACH EACH ROSE
fresh, washed *

Directions

1) Pour the wine into a punch bowl.

Add the honey and rose water and stir gently.

2) Scatter the petals from the two fresh roses over the surface of the wine.

3) Serve into individual glasses, cups, or goblets.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 14g (0.5 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 42 0% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0% Iron 0%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Low Fat, Fat-Free, Low in Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, Sodium-Free, Low Sodium
 

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