By June, the sun embraces the valley in its warm grasp, but Kashmir holds a centuries-old secret to staying cool: roses. Not just any rose—the spring rose of Kashmir, known for its intoxicating fragrance and therapeutic essence. As the snow recedes and the chinars awaken, the Valley bursts into a quiet bloom. Hidden in this symphony of colours are fields of soft damask roses, unfurling like poetry written in pink.
From these delicate, dew-kissed petals comes an age-old elixir: Gulkand.
A traditional preserve made by gently layering rose petals with raw honey or sugar, Gulkand is a sweet, fragrant inheritance passed down through generations. It is often described as the moonlight of summer - cool, gentle, and nurturing. Revered in Ayurvedic traditions, Gulkand pacifies internal heat, soothes the digestive system, calms the mind, and wraps the spirit in serenity. Each jar of Hands of Gold Gulkand is a celebration of the valley's tenderest spring mornings. The petals are handpicked at sunrise, when the roses are at their most fragrant and potent. Slowly sun-cooked in small batches, this Gulkand carries with it the essence of the Himalayan breeze, the hush of orchards, and the quiet pride of Kashmiri artisans.
Stir it into a glass of chilled milk after a long day, spread it onto warm toast for a floral twist, or simply savour it by the spoonful. Let the rose do what it has always done in Kashmir: cool the body, soothe the soul, and remind you that beauty, too, can be tasted.
Let Hands of Gold Gulkand bring you the calm of Kashmir in midsummer. In a world that rushes, pause with a petal. There’s a garden in every jar, crafted by hand and kissed by spring.