Rose Water & Orange Blossom in Middle Eastern Cooking

Two Bottles That Transform a Dish

Rose water and orange blossom water are the unsung heroes of Middle Eastern kitchens. Just a few drops can add depth, tradition, and aroma to everything from rice to desserts.

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What Is Rose Water?

Distilled from rose petals, rose water has a soft floral flavour that adds elegance to sweet dishes, drinks, and syrups. The scent is delicate—but the impact is powerful.

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What Is Orange Blossom Water?

Made from the distillation of orange blossoms, this fragrant water adds a citrusy lift. It’s often used in pastries and puddings, giving them that bright, floral finish.

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Why Cortas Is the Trusted Brand

At Harkola, we stock only the best. Cortas Rose Water and Orange Blossom Water have been staples for generations. Pure, potent, and consistent—they’re pantry essentials.

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Popular in Sweet and Savoury Cooking

While best known for desserts, these waters also enhance savoury dishes. Add a splash of rose water to Persian rice or use orange blossom in marinades for a subtle floral twist.

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Use in Traditional Desserts

Use rose water in Mouhalabieh (milk pudding), Turkish delight, or baklava syrup. Orange blossom water shines in semolina cakes, cookies, and custards.

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A Drop Is All You Need

These waters are strong—use sparingly. Start with ¼ teaspoon, taste, and adjust. You want a gentle perfume, not a bottle-of-perfume situation.

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Perfect for Drinks and Cocktails

Add a dash to sparkling water, lemonade, or cocktails for a sophisticated Middle Eastern twist. Think rosewater lemonade or orange blossom spritzers.

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Great for the Curious Cook

If you’re exploring Middle Eastern recipes, these floral waters are a must. They’re a flavour bridge to Lebanese, Persian, and North African cuisines.

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Order Online from Harkola

We stock both Cortas Rose Water and Orange Blossom Water in convenient bottles—ready to be delivered anywhere in Australia from harkola.online.

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Fragrance, Flavour, and Tradition in Every Drop

Step up your home cooking with these two timeless ingredients. Trusted by chefs and families alike, Cortas floral waters bring elegance to every recipe.

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