Description
Rosewater distillation extracts aromatic compounds from rose petals via low‑temperature steam distillation.
Technical
The process relies on the volatility of geraniol and related terpenoids, which are carried by steam at 80–90 °C and condensed at 100 °C. A reflux ratio of about 3:1 helps retain essential oils, while maintaining temperatures below 120 °C prevents oxidation of geraniol into off‑flavors.
Science
Primary Reaction
Steam distillation of volatile rose petal oils
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
floralsweetrosesubtleherbal
Origin & History
Civilization
Abbasid alchemists
Era
8th century
Region