There is a moment every June when the kettle gets a little lonely
There is a moment every June when the kettle gets a little lonely.
The mornings are warm before they have even begun. The evenings stretch long and golden. The idea of holding a steaming cup feels at odds with everything the season is asking: bare feet, open windows, something cold and beautiful in your hand.
RoseTulips is not a winter brand. Our roses are picked at dawn in the Bulgarian summer heat. Cold floral infusions, also called cold brew teas, are one of the most beautiful things you can make with your RoseTulips blends. Once you have tried one, you will never look at iced tea the same way again.
Cold Brew Tea vs Iced Tea: What Is the Difference?
Iced Tea
Brewed hot, then poured over ice. Quick and effective, but the rapid temperature change makes it slightly sharper and less nuanced than the original blend.
Cold Brew
Steeped slowly in cold water overnight. No heat at all. The result is smoother and cleaner, with floral notes more pronounced. The most elegant way to enjoy RoseTulips in summer.
How to Cold Brew Herbal Tea at Home
You need
| 1 litre cold filtered water |
| 3 to 4 teaspoons of your RoseTulips blend |
| A glass jug or bottle with a lid |
| 8 to 12 hours |
Method
Add blend to jug. Pour over cold water. Stir gently.
Seal and place in the fridge overnight (min. 8 hours).
Strain and serve over ice. Wake up to something extraordinary.
Which Floral Tea to Cold Brew This Summer
Three Floral Iced Tea Recipes for Summer
No. 01
The Rose Lemonade
Ingredients
Rosa Damascena cold brew
Juice of half a lemon
1 tsp honey
Still or sparkling water
Ice, rose petal to garnish
Method
Cold brew overnight. Strain over ice. Add lemon and honey. Top with water. Garnish with a rose petal. Drink in the sun.
No. 02
The Hibiscus Spritz
Ingredients
Floral & Citrus cold brew
Chilled sparkling water
Slice of orange
Twist of lemon zest
Ice
Method
Cold brew 10 hours. Fill a wine glass with ice. Pour halfway. Top with sparkling water. Add orange and lemon zest.
No. 03
The Lavender Cooler
Ingredients
Evening blend cold brew
Elderflower cordial
Sparkling water
Ice
Fresh lavender sprig
Method
Cold brew overnight. Strain over ice. Add elderflower cordial, top with sparkling water. Lavender sprig on the rim.
Questions About Cold Brew Tea
Can you cold brew any herbal tea?
Yes. Floral blends especially benefit as cold water preserves delicate notes that heat diminishes. RoseTulips blends with Rosa Damascena, hibiscus, and lavender are ideal.
How long does cold brew herbal tea last in the fridge?
Up to 3 days in a sealed glass bottle. Best within 48 hours. Do not leave petals in the water beyond 12 hours.
Is cold brew tea healthier than hot tea?
Cold brewing preserves antioxidants and botanical properties gently. For floral herbal teas, it is an elegant way to enjoy the full benefits of Rosa Damascena and lavender without heat.
What is the best floral tea for cold brewing?
Rose, hibiscus, and lavender teas produce vibrant colour and natural sweetness when cold brewed. RoseTulips blends use premium Rosa Damascena from Bulgaria, making them ideal for cold brew floral iced tea.
There is something quietly wonderful about preparing your cold brew the night before and knowing that tomorrow morning, something beautiful is waiting. A small act of care for your future self. Exactly the kind of intention RoseTulips was built around.
Summer is not a pause in your tea ritual. It is an invitation to reimagine it. The flowers are still there. The ritual still holds. Just a little colder now.
Stay cool. Bloom anyway.