The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3418 — Rose-Petal Nalivka
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3418 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Pick petals from roses in bloom and fill a large bottle or flask.
Pour over good purified vodka and leave until the infusion turns dark amber.
Drain without squeezing the petals and sweeten with ¼–¾ pound sugar per bottle.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3418. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.