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    Home » Recipes » Drink Recipes

    Pink Rose Moon Milk

    Published: Jan 9, 2021 · Modified: Feb 16, 2023 by Megan Weimer · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Sweet dreams lie ahead with this pink rose moon milk. This sleep tonic is a tasty, warming bedtime beverage that will help you rest. It is naturally gluten free, dairy free, easy to make, and will help promote deep sleep. The pink color is an added dreamy bonus.

    Two mugs full of pink rose moon milk garnished with dried pink rose petals. Two hands are holding one mug. The mugs are surrounded by a napkin, white roses, rose petals, and a small bowl of honey

    With the stress we all experience in our daily lives, I think we could all use help getting a good night's sleep. Throughout my wellness journey, I have been working on improving my sleep routine. This pink rose moon milk has been a great addition to my nightly bedtime ritual!

    Moon milk is a cozy beverage made with warm milk. This recipe combines milk with honey, fragrant rosewater and ginger, and a touch of relaxing ashwagandha.

    If you love drink recipes as much as I do, check out my toasted vanilla oat milk shaken espresso.

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    • Why You'll Love This
    • What is Moon Milk?
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Substitutions
    • How to Make Rose Moon Milk
    • Expert Tips
    • Additions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Drink Recipes
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    Why You'll Love This

    • Warming and calming- This is the perfect Ayurvedic beverage for a chilly evening. It's has ashwaganda, an adaptogen to help relieve stress and anxiety.
    • Naturally dairy free and gluten free- Plant-based milk makes this moon milk dairy free.
    • No refined sugars- This beverage is naturally sweetened with honey.
    • Easy to make- You don't have to worry about juicing beets since this recipe uses beetroot powder.

    What is Moon Milk?

    Two mugs next to each other with pink liquid being poured into one of the mugs

    Moon milk is a soothing, creamy drink that consists of warm milk, spices, and herbs that help the body and mind to relax and fall sleep. They're usually naturally colored with vibrant ingredients like butterfly pea flower powder, pitaya, and beetroot powder. Many recipes contain herbs like turmeric, chamomile, ashwagandha, cardamom, ginger, and ghee or coconut oil.

    Moon milk is a natural remedy that is part of from Ayurveda, one of the oldest natural healing systems in the world. Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word that translates to 'knowledge of Life'. In Ayurveda, plants and herbs are used for their medicinal properties. True to the tradition, each ingredient in my moon milk recipe has a specific purpose and will help you unwind, and dream big.

    Ingredient Notes

    Here are some notes about the ingredients used. For the full ingredient list and quantities, please see the recipe card below!

    • Milk- Drinking warm milk is an age-old bedtime ritual. Plant milk (oat milk, almond milk) contain melatonin and tryptophan- both of which help with sleep.
    • Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate- Unsweetened tart cherry juice is full of nutrients and antioxidants. Tart cherries are also a natural source of melatonin, tryptophan, and anthocyanins. Melatonin is responsible for the regulation of the body's internal clock and sleep-wake cycle. In short, it helps you to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. The tryptophan and anthocyanin can boost the effects of melatonin.
    • Beetroot- This can help promote healthy blood flow.
    • Ashwagandha- This is an adaptogen and one of the most important medicinal herbs in Ayurveda. It can help to reduce anxiety and stress.
    • Ginger- Ginger root has tons of antioxidants and is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
    • Raw honey- Honey is also a great source of antioxidants. It can aid in soothing sore throats and coughs. Honey also has antibacterial properties.
    • Rosewater and dried rose petals- The rose petals certainly help this drink look beautiful, but the fragrance is also intoxicating and helps to soothe your senses.

    Substitutions

    • Maple syrup- This can be substituted for the raw honey to make this moon milk totally vegan.
    • Ground ginger- This can be substituted for the fresh ginger if you don't have any on hand.
    • Dairy milk- If you aren't following a plant-based diet and aren't sensitive to dairy, feel free to use dairy milk instead of plant-based.
    • Orange blossom water- You can use orange blossom water instead of rose water for a citrusy twist.

    How to Make Rose Moon Milk

    Here are the steps to make this recipe! All you need is a saucepan, whisk, and mugs to serve the drinks in.

    STEP 1: Add ingredients to a pot. Add all of your ingredients to a small saucepan on the stove.

    STEP 2: Heat the liquid. Set the burner to medium-low, whisking the mixture together until all the ingredients are well combined.

    STEP 3: Pour into mugs. Once the liquid starts to get warm, steamy, and frothy, take the saucepan off the burner. Pour the moon milk into mugs.

    STEP 4: Garnish and serve. Garnish the sleep tonic with dried rose petals, lavender buds, and an additional drizzle of honey. Then, get ready to sleep tight.

    Expert Tips

    • Make sure to frequently stir the moon milk while it is simmering. This helps to prevent the milk from burning.
    • If you find that your moon milk is not sweet enough, you can add more honey to taste.
    Pouring moon milk into a mug

    Additions

    There are quite a few ingredients you can add to this rose moon milk.

    • CBD oil- A few drops of CBD oil will help you relax even more. My favorite CBD brands at the moment are Ned and Equilibria.
    • Collagen peptides- For an extra boost of protein and nutrition, you can add a scoop of collagen peptides. Collagen is great for your hair, skin, and nails.
    • Cardamon- You may want to add a dash of ground cardamom to your sleep tonic. Cardamom compliments the rose flavor so well. It is so comforting and warming, and it has a ton of health benefits as well. You could also add a little pinch of cinnamon!
    Two mugs full of rose moon milk garnished with rose petals and lavender buds. There is honey, roses, and rose petals around the mugs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does this taste like beets??

    Nope! It has an earthy, slightly spicy flavor though (because of the ginger). It's delicious yet medicinal.

    Can I use a different kind of honey?

    Yes! If you don't have raw honey, you can use clover honey any other kind you have on hand. You could also substitute maple syrup.

    Can I use dairy milk?

    If you are not allergic, you absolutely can use dairy milk instead of non-dairy.

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    Two mugs full of pink rose moon milk garnished with dried pink rose petals. Two hands are holding one mug. The mugs are surrounded by a napkin, white roses, rose petals, and a small bowl of honey

    Rose Moon Milk

    Megan Weimer
    This pink rose moon milk is a dairy free sleep tonic made with tart cherry juice concentrate, rose water, and beetroot powder. Get ready to catch some zzz's!
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 202 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 saucepan
    • 1 whisk

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz unsweetened plant milk oat, almond, coconut, or cashew
    • ¼ cup tart cherry juice concentrate
    • 1 teaspoon beetroot powder
    • ¼ teaspoon ashwagandha powder
    • 2 teaspoon raw honey
    • 2 teaspoon rosewater
    • 1 dash ginger freshly grated

    Instructions
     

    • Add all of the ingredients to a medium saucepan on the stove with the burner on medium heat.
      8 oz unsweetened plant milk, ¼ cup tart cherry juice concentrate, 1 teaspoon beetroot powder, ¼ teaspoon ashwagandha powder, 2 teaspoon raw honey, 2 teaspoon rosewater, 1 dash ginger
    • Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until well combined.
    • Serve in mugs right as the liquid begins to froth and steam. Garnish with cinnamon, rose petals, and other toppings of your choice.

    Notes

    A dash of ground ginger can be substituted in for fresh ginger.
    Pure maple syrup can be used instead of honey to make this recipe completely vegan.
    My favorite plant milk for this recipe is oat since it is so creamy.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 9gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 167mgSugar: 19g
    Keyword moon milk, rosewater, tea, tonic
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    Megan Weimer is the recipe developer, writer, and food photographer behind Dollop of Dough. Since 2021, she's been inspiring home bakers to create low-key, yet elevated desserts that range from traditional to allergy-friendly.

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    Comments

    1. Christina

      January 09, 2021 at 9:32 pm

      I have some orange blossom water in my pantry (no rose water as I don't particularly favor it) - do you think the orange blossom will work okay in this recipe? I just love the rest of the ingredients!

      Reply
      • Megan Weimer

        January 10, 2021 at 2:26 am

        Hi Christina! I think orange blossom water could work. It would go well with the ginger!

        Reply
    2. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      January 09, 2021 at 9:46 pm

      I've never given much consideration to prepare such good looking tea with health benefits too! I need to look for some of the ingredients before I give it a go.

      Reply
      • Megan Weimer

        January 10, 2021 at 2:27 am

        You can find most of the ingredients at health food stores! A lot of grocery stores have rose water in the international foods aisle. Hope this helps!

        Reply
    3. Gregory Halpen

      January 09, 2021 at 9:50 pm

      Thissounds and looks so yummy. I have been wanting to try oatmilk so I can get away from dairy. Also, lovely storytelling through your imagery.

      Reply
      • Megan Weimer

        January 10, 2021 at 2:28 am

        Thank you so much! And oat milk is my absolute favorite.

        Reply
    4. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

      January 11, 2021 at 9:36 pm

      What a beautiful drink full of beneficial ingredients! Definitely something I need to try to improve my sleep.

      Reply
    5. Kalu Lor

      January 11, 2021 at 9:38 pm

      This sounds heavenly and it looks beautiful. I Will definitely give this a try. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    6. Gabriela Herrera

      January 12, 2021 at 2:56 am

      What a beautiful drink and it is so needed in these times. I love everything about the recipe. The oat milk, ashwaganda and the beet root powder, I mean who can go wrong here. What a treat and so soothing.

      Reply
    7. Chocoviv

      January 23, 2021 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds breathtaking!

      Reply

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