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Ingredients
- 100 gr / 3.5 oz wild rose petals
- 500 ml / 2 cups 95 % alcohol or very strong vodka
- 400 gr / 2 cups sugar
- 500 ml / 2 cups of water
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June 4, 2010
I have to try this, Thanks for the recipe, I'll also put it in my group tutti i dolci.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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