Article: Before placing the flowers in the ice tray, you should wash away any dirt, bugs, or other debris that might be on the petals. Fill a bowl with cool water and carefully dip the flowers in to rinse them clean. Set them out on a clean towel to dry for 30 minutes to an hour. It's especially important to rinse the flowers if you've picked them yourself. If you've purchased edible flowers for a store or website, they've likely already been rinsed. However, it's a good idea to rinse them yourself to be sure that all of the dirt is removed. You want your ice cubes to be as clear as possible so the blooms stand out. Start with distilled water so the impurities have been removed, and place it in a saucepan. Heat the water on the stove at high heat until it comes to a boil, and then allow the water to boil for 2 to 3 minute. The amount of water that you'll need to boil depends on how many ice cubes you plan to make. Add water to the tray until they're full and dump it directly into the saucepan to ensure that you have enough. You shouldn't add the boiled water to the ice tray right after you remove it from the stove. Instead, let the water sit for approximately 20 to 30 minutes or until it's cooled completely to avoid imperfections in the finished ice cubes. Before you add the flowers and water to the ice tray, you should clean the tray to ensure that dirt and debris don't wind up in your ice cubes. Rinse the tray with cool water and dishwashing soap, and wipe out each compartment with a clean kitchen towel or piece of paper towel. Silicone ice trays are usually the best option when making blossom ice cubes. It's easier to remove the cubes from the tray without breaking them because the tray is flexible. If possible, use a tray that has larger compartments. If your finished ice cubes are large, they'll melt more slowly in drinks.
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Rinse and dry the blossoms. Boil the water that you'll use for the ice. Allow the water to cool. Wash the ice cube tray.