Honey and Rose Cooler

(from tarladalal.com)

4 c water

2 c fresh rose petals

2 T honey

½ t rose water

A few petals for garnishing (optional)

A few ice cubes with rose petals frozen inside (optional)

Boil the water in a small pan and add the petals. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the petals discolor. Cool and strain. Combine the cooled water, honey, and rose water in a shaker and shake vigorously. Pour into tall glasses and top with rose ice cubes. Garnish with fresh petals and serve.

Rose ice cubes – Fill ice cube trays half full with water and freeze. Place a clean rose petal on each ice cube and fill with water, leaving the petal in the middle of the cube.