A gorgeous liqueur based on Emily Han's Hawthorn and Rose elixir.
Prep: 45 mins
Cook: N/A (infusing)
Rosehip, Rose Hip, Rose Petal, Hawthorn
Ingredients
400g Dog rose hips
6g dried Rose petals
2 Green cardamom pods, cracked
170g runny Honey
160ml Port
331ml Brandy
1 Vanilla pod, split
Method
Hip and Petal Elixir: put 400g dog rose hips, 6g dried rose petals, 2 cracked green cardamom pods, 170g runny honey, 160ml port, 331ml brandy and 1 split vanilla pod in a large jar. Stir to dissolve honey. Ensure all solids are submerged. Store in cool dark place for 1 month. Strain through fine sieve and bottle. Use within 1 year. To make Rose Elixir Royale: put 1 large tbsp elixir in a champagne flute and top up with champagne or prosecco.