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    Home » Recipes » Cocktails » Gin Cocktails

    Rose Water Gin & Tonic Cocktail

    Feb 20, 2021(updated Aug 23, 2024)

    By Michelle Weiner

    This gin and tonic cocktail has a splash of rose water! Simple and well-balanced, this botanical cocktail recipe is a twist on a classic gin and tonic. This botanical drink doesn’t require special tools and can be made in just 5 minutes.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
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    gin and tonic in a rocks glass with flower petals and lime

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    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!

    2 gin and tonics in rocks glasses with lime and rose petals

    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!

    close up of a gin and tonic in a rocks glass with rose petals and lime

    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.

    2 gin and tonics in rocks glasses with lime and rose petals

    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.

    bottles of gin, rose water, and tonic

    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:

    pouring clear liquor into a glass with ice

    Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice and pour in the gin, rose water, and tonic.

    cocktail spoon stirring a clear cocktail in a small glass

    Step 2: Stir together. Garnish your cocktail with a lime wedge and rose petals, and enjoy!

    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. 

    close up of 2 gin and tonics in a rocks glasses with flower petals and lime

    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.

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    gin and tonic in a rocks glass with flower petals and lime

    Rose Water Gin & Tonic Cocktail

    This gin and tonic cocktail has a splash of rose water! Simple and well-balanced, this botanical cocktail recipe is a twist on a classic gin and tonic. This botanical drink doesn’t require special tools and can be made in just 5 minutes.
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    Author: Michelle Weiner
    Course: cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cocktail party, rose water
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Makes: 1 cocktail

    Equipment

    • cocktail jigger
    • bar spoon

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ ounces gin
    • ¼ teaspoon rose water
    • 4 ounces tonic water
    • 1 lime wedge

    Instructions

    • Fill a chilled highball glass with ice.
    • Add gin, rosewater, and tonic. Stir for 30 seconds untiilchilled.
    • Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
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    1. Melissa says

      April 24, 2022 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      I loved this! My husband made it for me when I was feeling stressed out, and it’s a new favorite. The balance of flavors is just perfect. It’s easy to go too heavy with rose water, but I wouldn’t want it to be too light-handed either; I still want to be able to taste it. The proportions in this recipe were just right. Will definitely make again!

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      • Michelle Ferrand says

        May 08, 2022 at 10:11 am

        Yay! So glad you love it and plan on making it again!

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