Culinary Rose Water for Baking (Bulgaria, Morocco and Iran)

"Buy a culinary rose water for baking at the best price and of very high quality. Our cooking rose water has a unique and intense flavor."

Arnaud, the creator of Comptoir de Toamasina, is the specialist in researching spices, vanilla favas, aromas, and rare peppers. He offers you a culinary food-grade rose water of great beauty with its oriental notes. Discover a rose water that has been carefully selected and tested by us so that this rose hydrosol works wonders in your pastries.

Our baking rose water is a dive into the sweetness of floral waters. A fragrance and a sweet aromatic palette like the intense fragrances of the rose. So that you can achieve creative cooking. You will make pastries with an oriental flavor. We are proud to offer it to you since 2013. Comptoir de Toamasina offers you a rose aroma that will take your taste buds on a journey. Do not hesitate to associate rose water with long Java pepper. Cooking rose water is ideal for baking.

What is rose water? The essential multi-faceted aroma

Rose water, also known as rose hydrosol, is a versatile ingredient used for centuries in various fields, including cosmetics and baking. Let's discover the secrets of this precious essence together.

Traditional use

Women have long appreciated rose water for its beneficial properties for the skin. In many Arab countries, it is used both in cosmetics and in baking. The famous gazelle horns, these delicious pastries, draw their intense flavor from rose water.

Origin and extraction process

Rose water originates from the meticulous distillation of rose petals. Here is how this magical process works:

• Distillation: The rose petals are placed in a still. Under the effect of steam, two precious liquids are formed:
• Rose essential oil: Light, it floats on the surface.
• Rose flavored water: Denser, it is found at the bottom.

Choice of origins: Today, we carefully select our rose water, favoring varieties mainly from Iran, Bulgaria, and Morocco.

The homemade floral rose water recipe

Composition of Comptoir de Toamasina's rose water

Rose petal hydrosol, also known as rose water, is an ancient treasure whose use dates back to Antiquity. At Comptoir de Toamasina, we carefully select our rose water, coming directly from France or Bulgaria, depending on the period.

Unique extraction process

Our rose water is obtained by steam distillation of freshly harvested rose petals. The extraction process we use is unique, guaranteeing an exceptionally concentrated, active, and naturally powerful floral water.

Composition and storage

Food use

Comptoir de Toamasina's rose water is 100% food-grade. It offers the best aromatic concentration to enhance your culinary creations. Here is how to use it:

• Cold drinks: Add a few drops of rose water to flavor your drinks.
• Ice cubes: Infuse your ice cubes with rose water for a subtle touch.
• Red fruit salads: Enhance your fruit salads with this delicate floral note.
• Desserts, mousses, and creams: Rose water brings a touch of sweetness and elegance to your desserts.

What is the scent of rose water

In which dishes to use Comptoir de Toamasina's rose water?

This ingredient, highly prized in the Middle East for its delicate aromas, can be a real gem in your culinary creations, from sweet dishes to savory recipes. The aromatic intensity of rose water can vary depending on the flowers used and the distillation process, making it difficult to recommend exact amounts in recipes. Let your personal taste guide you to achieve the perfect balance.

How to use rose water in cooking?

Here are some suggestions for incorporating rose water into your preparations:

• Lightly flavored sauce with rose water: add a few drops of rose water to a sauce to accompany a grilled meat or steamed fish dish. This subtle touch will bring an exotic note to your plate.
• Fresh salad with rose water: mix fresh seasonal fruits with a light vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of rose water. A refreshing idea for summer days.
• Sautéed vegetables flavored with rose water: add a teaspoon of rose water to your sautéed vegetables, such as carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers, for a touch of oriental refinement in a simple and healthy dish.
• Homemade ice cream with rose water: prepare a homemade ice cream base, gently incorporating rose water just before putting it in the ice cream maker. An exquisite sweet treat for frozen dessert lovers.
• Pastries and crêpes delicately flavored with rose water: add a few drops of rose water to your crêpe batter or to a pastry preparation such as a cake or cookies. Rose water will bring a subtle floral touch to your sweet treats.

Storing rose water