Cultivated since ancient times, the rose is a rather docile flower. Considered the "Queen of Flowers," this prickly plant has reigned supreme for 3,000 years. Its bouquet always makes an impact, whether in a bowl of tea or a cup of herbal tea!
What are the benefits of rose in infusions?
Everyone knows the rose, and yet... its benefits remain mysterious and a thorny subject. It is said that in Rome, during major festivals, rose petals were eaten: the height of exoticism at the time! In the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, the rose became less bling-bling: the rose was used as a remedy for depression. Tonic and astringent, it perfumes everyday life and makes it lighter!
Which rose is used in Les 2 Marmottes infusions?
The roses selected by the 2 Marmottes are harvested in spring in the heart of Morocco, around Kelaat, a small town known for its famous "Rose Festival!": every year in May, the inhabitants celebrate the arrival of roses from the Dadès and M'Goun valleys (the population of Kelaat doubles during these 4 days of celebration!).
On site, Omar, our producer , harvests by hand and one by one the petals and buds of these precious flowers .
In which recipes do our master infusers use Rose?
Our friend the rose is hiding her game well! Present in three of our recipes, she marks our infusions with her delicacy.
In the Thé Mince Alors , its petals give our tea a pretty floral color without overdoing it!
The rose also plays hide-and-seek with the lovely fruity flavors of the Mêlée de Fruits infusion .
In duo with the orange blossom petals, the rose envelops the Fée Nuit infusion with a beautiful floral note to bring it roundness in the mouth.
