Tout Shami Damascene Mulberry Cordial, Rose Syrup & Vimto Fruit Concentrate
Deep crimson Damascene black mulberry cordial (Tout Shami), fragrant rose syrup and berry-rich Vimto concentrate are signature cold drinks across Levantine courtyards and Gulf Ramadan tables. Diluted 1 to 5 with ice water, each bottle yields dozens of refreshing glasses and doubles as a glossy dessert topping.
Tout Shami: Black mulberry cordial from Damascus and the Bekaa
The dark Damascene mulberry (Tout Shami) is celebrated across Syria and Lebanon for its intense ruby juice, balancing ripe berry sweetness with a clean tart snap. Stirred over crushed ice, mulberry cordial is a beloved summer hospitality drink, while sweet sun-dried white mulberries are enjoyed by the handful alongside tea and roasted nuts.
How Vimto became a cherished Ramadan table tradition
Blended from grape, blackcurrant and raspberry juices, the 700 ml Vimto cordial bottle has been a fixture on Gulf, Iraqi and Levantine Iftar tables for generations. Home cooks pour it still with ice-cold water or mix it with sparkling water, lime wedges and fresh mint leaves – alongside convenient ready-to-drink sparkling cans.
Rose syrup and sweet pomegranate cordial in chilled milk and sweets
Concentrated rose syrup lends a floral aroma and bright pink hue to iced water or chilled milk, and is traditionally spooned over Syrian haytaliyeh milk pudding, shaved ice and pistachio-studded mastic ice cream.
