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Orange Flower Water

Orange flower water is a fragrant distillate made from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree, used a few drops at a time to add delicate floral perfume to a cocktail. It is far more concentrated in aroma than actual orange juice or zest. A little goes a long way, as too much quickly turns soapy.

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Common uses

  • a few drops added for floral aroma in shaken or built cocktails

Buying & storage

Months once opened: Keeps for months once opened, but it does change. Nothing urgent; worth finishing within a season.

Buying: use sparingly — a few drops is usually enough for an entire drink

Storage: keeps well once opened, store in a cool, dark place