Rose Water Gin & Tonic Cocktail

This 5-minute gin and tonic cocktail has a splash of rose water! Simple and well-balanced, a Rose Water Gin & Tonic Cocktail is botanical and puts a romantic twist on a classic gin and tonic. No special tools required!

For more gin cocktails you can make at home, try my gin cooler cocktail, and French 77!

The romantic version of a gin & tonic

Instead of showing up with flowers, impress your date with this Rose Water Gin & Tonic Cocktail! It’s a romantic cocktail with floral notes and a touch of lime. Bonus: all you need are 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to put it together!

You’ll love this rose gin and tonic because it not only smells like the most romantic flower on the planet, but requires no mess, special tools, or lengthy preparation. Just pour, sip, and enjoy!

Ingredients needed

You only need 3 simple ingredients to make a rose water gin and tonic:

Rose water

Making cocktails with rose water infuses flavors that remind you of springtime: refreshing, herbaceous, and romantic.

Its flavor is very delicate, with floral notes and a touch of sweetness. Every brand is a little different; some are more botanical while others will remind you of fruit. 

You only need a little to make this gin and rose water cocktail. Too much and the flavor will be overpowering. You’ll learn a lot more about making cocktails with rose water in the helpful tips below.

Gin

Experiment with different gin brands to find your favorite. Hendrick’s is my brand of choice for this recipe but if you’re new to the world of gin, I recommend picking up a bottle of either Plymouth, The Botanist, or Tanqueray.

Tonic

You can find tonic with the mixers near the alcohol at your local grocery store or you can buy smaller portions of Q Mixers or Fever Tree at a liquor store or online.

How to make a rose water gin and tonic

A rose water cocktail is a breeze to put together and always comes in handy when you (or your date) are craving something light, chilled, and bubbly. This is how it’s done:

Garnish

Not only do rose petals look beautiful, but it’s the perfect garnish when you want to impress your guests. You’ll want to be sure that the petals are food-safe, meaning they’re free of pesticides or chemicals. 

Tips for making cocktails with rose water

Using the right amount of rose water in cocktails can take some getting used to, so it’s best to have all of the information BEFORE you stir this cocktail together:

The best rose water for cocktails

Not all rose waters are alike. Some are made for drinking, and others for beauty and skincare. When you’re out shopping, make sure that the rose water you pick is with the other groceries in the grocery store and not in the beauty section.

A little goes a long way

A little rose water goes a long way! You shouldn’t need any more than ½ teaspoon per cocktail. Start small, then continue to add to ensure the rose flavor is to your liking.

Recipe