How to distinguish original rose water from fake?

Gulab is one of the widely consumed, useful and very popular spirits among Iranian households. The ability to recognize the quality of rose water seems to be necessary and necessary considering the increasing role of this healing spirit in the household portfolio. Because there is a big difference between original and fake rose water. Even good rose water has different levels of quality.

How to identify original rose water
Certainly, not all of us have an advanced and equipped laboratory to be able to identify the original rose water by observing its chemical composition. Our tools for this are our five senses. First, we must have the knowledge to recognize the original rose water. Then, with a little precision in the available and measurable properties of rose water, we can easily discover whether it is fake or original.

Rose appearance:
Original and high quality rose water, completely clear and colorless. In appearance, it is no different from drinking water. If you see the slightest turbidity in the color of rose water, doubt its authenticity. Also, the presence of any kind of impurity and sediments such as small suspended particles in rose water can be a sign that it is fake.

Rose scent:
Aroma is another factor to distinguish genuine rose water from fake. Counterfeit essential oils are abundant in the market. Mixing a small amount of these essential oils with water can evoke the smell of original rose water for the buyer. For proper detection, pour some rose water in a flat container like a plate. If the scent that comes from it is very pungent and disappears quickly, know that it is a fake rose water that is made with a combination of chemical essences. Original rose water has a pleasant and non-spicy smell, and if it is diffused, it drowns the environment in its pleasant aroma for a long time.

The taste of rose water:
Tasting rose water is another way of diagnosis. Almost all herbal spirits have a bitter taste and are somewhat gassy. This bitterness is also present in fake rose water. But the difference is easily palpable. The bitterness of original rose water does not last long after drinking and is quickly resolved. But the bitterness of fake rose water is annoying due to the presence of essential oil compounds and remains in the taste for a long time. In addition, no matter how bitter the original gulab is, it is not spicy. The feeling of burning and spiciness, especially at the tip of the tongue after consuming and drinking rose water, indicates the presence of 100% essential oil in the composition and confirms that it is fake.

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Important tips for buying rose water
- If you consume a lot of rose water, always have rose buds at home. Good rose is produced by this flower. When you smell these flowers alternately, the real fragrance of flowers and rose water will slowly enter your mind. Human olfactory memory is very powerful. Because of this, by smelling a scent, a lot of memories come alive for us. With this trick, we can become an avid rose expert.

- Try to buy rose water from famous and reliable brands. For example, Gulab Raiha company (providing Kadh and Vahad brands); It has obtained all the health certificates and exports its products to many countries in the world. The credibility of such companies can be a good reason for us to carelessly buy rose water and herbal spirits.

- In cities that are known as the pole of rose water, the probability of buying fake rose water is higher due to lack of awareness. These cities are the target society of profiteers due to the arrival of many tourists. Fake rose water with no name is sold at the price of original rose water, the unlucky buyer will return to his city and will not be able to follow up. In such cities, be more careful to buy from reputable and well-known suppliers and not to fall into the hot market trap of nameless product sellers.

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Does rose water spoil?
Corruption, decomposition and destruction are related to all food products and Gulab is no exception. In fact, metabolites and microorganisms such as microbes, bacteria and fungi are considered essential and useful elements of the world, and even the continuation of life depends on their function. But in the case of food, the changes made by these microorganisms make them harmful and sometimes dangerous for human consumption.

Yes, rose water also spoils. The more moisture in food, the faster the growth of bacteria, fungi and microbes. Although rose water has a good resistance to microbial contamination due to the presence of phenyl ethanol; But we must keep in mind that more than 90 percent of the volume of rose water is water.

Factors affecting the deterioration of rose water
1- Entry of pollution:
Anything that enters the rose water container from the outside increases the possibility of transferring pollution to the rose water. Biological contamination causes premature spoilage of edible products. This pollution can even be a drop of water.

2- Air:
Air can cause oxidation. A chemical process that has a destructive effect not only on the smell and taste, but also on the chemical composition of rose water. Rose water should be well sealed in a closed container to keep away from air flow.

3- Heat:
Rose water should not be exposed to direct sunlight. The generated heat provides a suitable environment for the growth of microorganisms. Besides, it can cause loss of color and smell and change in its chemical composition.

4- Time:
Each food item has a time frame for consumption. This interval is a standard time when microorganisms have not yet reached the ability to effect growth and reproduction. The more time passes from the production of edible products, the more their growth and activity increases. They just wait for the passage of time and work very patiently. From one point on, due to these changes, rose water will no longer be usable.

How do we know that Gulab is spoiled?
Any change in the color and smell of rose water is a sign of its deterioration. Rose color should be completely clear