Rose sugar

Rose sugar

　　Yunnan people not only appreciate these beautiful flowers, but also process them into food. Among them, rose sugar made from roses is a beloved delicacy.

　　The production of rose sugar uses fresh rose petals as the main ingredient. After washing and drying the petals to remove moisture, they are placed in a jar, followed by crushed brown sugar and then clear liquor. The amount of liquor added should just cover the rose petals. The jar is then sealed and stored in a cool place for six months before it is ready to eat. In the hot summer, people often add a bit of rose sugar to chilled papaya soup and liangfen shrimp (rice tofu) for flavoring. It not only adds a cool and moist taste but also imparts the fragrant aroma of roses.