The Mohong Rose (Rosa Rugosa) is the latest and sweetest rose to join our flower tisanes. Mohong roses are known for their sweet, rich and distinctly floral fragrance with a fresh, slightly fruity undertone. The scent is intense yet delicate, with a classic rose profile that carries subtle hints of citrus or honey. The taste is smooth and velvety.
These roses are cultivated in Yunnan Province, China and are unofficially organic. In Yunnan, the roses are often fermented by the Dali Bai, an ethnic minority in Yunnan Province. Post-fermentation, the roses become tangy, slightly sour and the sugars breakdown in the petals to amplify the inherent sweetness in the rose. Fermentation also introduces subtle savory or umami-like qualities, adding a complexity to the flavor of the roses. The fermented Mohong roses are then used in traditional snacks, rose cakes or as a flavoring in glutinous rice wine. If you enjoy cooking, you may wish to experiment with this exotic delicacy.
As a floral tea, the rich deep red color of the rose fades to a beautiful bright pink! These roses are large, and only 1-2 are needed to brew a cup of delicious and softly soothing floral tisane.
