ABSTRACT

Orange juice, pineapple juice and other types of beverages are

the usual drinks we find as typical now a days. But what if one accidentally eats at a
foreign restaurant and actually gets to taste an
extraordinary drink known to be made out of flowers. Well,coincidentally, one of the
researchers did experience such a thing. Thiswas when the group got the idea of
making an investigation on such a matter. The researchers, being very curious
themselves, tried to fill their curiosity. Trying to find out if flowers can be used as an
ingredient to create an island juice and wondering if it would turn out to be great
tasting at the same time forced them to execute an investigatory project.After a lot
of inquiries and brain storming, the researchers finally
found out how to execute the experiment with the aid of all their sources in the
bibliography including Sawasdee restaurant and Mrs.Soranee Supprasiti. They
started with the cleaning of the flowers and the preparation of Orange juice,
pineapple juice and other types of beverages are the usual drinks we find as typical
now a days. But what if one accidentally eats at a foreign restaurant and actually
gets to taste an extraordinary drink known to be made out of flowers.
Well,coincidentally, one of the researchers did experience such a thing. Thiswas
when the group got the idea of making an investigation on such a matter. The
researchers, being very curious themselves, tried to fill theircuriosity. Trying to find
out if flowers can be used as an ingredient tocreate an island juice and wondering if
it would turn out to be greattasting at the same time forced them to execute an
investigatory project.After a lot of inquiries and brain storming, the researchers
finally found out how to execute the experiment with the aid of all theirsources in
the bibliography including Sawasdee restaurant and Mrs.Soranee Supprasiti. They
started with the cleaning of the flowers andthe preparation of the materials needed.
When all were ready for theexperiment, they boiled water and added the flowers
while letting itseep for about ten to fifteen minutes. Finally, when the process
wasdone, the flowers were removed and the juice was poured to a glasspassing
through a strainer for removal of any particles left. Then, theygot a savor at the
natural taste of the flowers juice. They made some minor improvements to the
taste to make it have a lot more delectabletaste. They had transformed the beauty
and aroma of flowers into adelightful, mouth-watering island juice. Summer season
in a glass, itcaptures natures goodness of freshly picked flowers. Now you can
addthe sense of taste to your enjoyment of every food on your table withthis flower
juice at your side.the materials needed. When all were ready for theexperiment,
they boiled water and added the flowers while letting itseep for about ten to fifteen
minutes. Finally, when the process wasdone, the flowers were removed and the
juice was poured to a glasspassing through a strainer for removal of any particles
left. Then, theygot a savor at the natural taste of the flowers juice. They made
some minor improvements to the taste to make it have a lot more delectabletaste.
They had transformed the beauty and aroma of flowers into adelightful, mouthwatering island juice. Summer season in a glass, itcaptures natures goodness of
freshly picked flowers. Now you can addthe sense of taste to your enjoyment of
every food on your table withthis flower juice at your side.

CHAPTER 1 : INTRODUCTION
A. BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY:

B. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM:

The study seeks to answer the following questions:
Can flowers be used as an ingredient in making a refreshing
beverage while finding out and knowing if the flowers about
tobe used are safe to drink?
Will it be delicious and turn out to be great tasting?
C. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY:
With this study, the researchers can learn that flowers are notonly
used for decoration and displays but are also used to
createdelectable foods and drinks. Since our world today has so
many thirstquenchers that quenches our thirst like fizzy drinks,
but it ends in that. Yes, they quench your thirsts but it also harms
your body, so theresearchers have made it possible for you to try
something new asidefrom that carbonated drinks that when you
drink it regularly can harmyour body, so the researchers thought
of a juice out of flower that canquench your thirst, satisfy your
taste buds, and which are sure to beunique tasting. The
community will have a discovery of the beautiful taste of flowers
and gain more knowledge and creativity on its uses and whatthey
can make out of it. Filipinos will have a new and refreshing
juicemade of flowers which are sure to attract people. We will

have an original and exceptional tasting island drink which can be

enjoyed by every member of the family.
D.SCOPE AND LIMITATION:
For about one week, the group was trying their best to dig
formire vital information that could help them figure more
about thenature of flower juice. Each member of the group got
most of theirinformation from the internet. But the main
foundation of the topic andits information is from the Thai
restaurant Sawasdee. The groupsinvestigation for flower
juice would have not been possible without itsresources.
According to the group, their resources were numerousvarieties
of edible flowers. These flowers were boiled and used its
juiceas the product. The group did not spend so much for the
materialsneeded, because most of the equipment needed is
found in theresidences of the group members. A woman too, by
the name of Ms.Linda Cruz also contributed much to the groups
Investigatory Project.Ms. Linda Cruz is an employee of the Thai
restaurant Sawasdee. Ms.Linda has diligently and patiently
answered every questions asked bythe members of the group.
Mr. and Mrs. James Limquiaco, Kristinesparents had also
contributed to the groups progress. They hadwillingly and
whole heartedly allowed the group to perform andconduct the
experiment in their house.

CHAPTER 2: REVIEW OF RELATED

LITERATURE
Not to forget, the group owes the brilliant idea of conducting
anexperiment about flower juice to the owner of Sawasdee,
Mrs.Soranee Supprasiti. The flower juice as a product would have
not beencompleted without the tools and techniques involved.
The tools beingused by the group were blender, saucepan,
strainer, flavorings (sugar)and a cup of water. These tools will be

used in different techniquesinvolved in making the flower juice.

The techniques that were usedwere blending, cleaning, heating,
rinsing and squeezing activities.

CHAPTER 3: METHOLOGY
Materials and Methods:
In performing this experiment, the researchers used two to threecups of
dried flowers (chrysanthemum or rose), one to two cups of sugar, one or two
of the following optional flavorings:
-one-half teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
-one half cup lemon juice
-one cup pineapple juice or orange juice
They prepared the needed materials which included a saucepan,blender,
strainer, sugar, cup and bowl.After the researchers gathered all the materials
needed, theybriefly rinse the dried flowers in cool water to clean it and
remove anyunseen insect that maybe present. Then, the researchers picked
outthe petals of the flowers since these are the only part of the flowerwhich
they will use for guarantee of safety. The researchers first triedto extract the
juice out of the flower by using the blender. The flowersended up very finely
minced and only very little amount of juice wasextracted. Seeing that this
process would not be of much convenience,the researchers made another
process. In asaucepanthey heatedthree to four cups of cold water. As soon as
the water began to boil,they added the dried petals. They allowed the
flowers to steep for tenminutes. They poured the water from the pot into a
pitcher using a strainer to separate the flowers from the water making sure
not topour any of the flower sediment into the pitcher. Afterwards,
theytasted the outcome then stirred in the sugar. Add any other flavoringsif
desired. Finally, the researchers added the ice and chill completely. The
methods the researchers used are found atwww.congocookbook.com and at
www.sagekitchen.com. They did theexperiment for about three times. The
researchers gathered all thesedata by surfing the internet and interviewing
the Sawasdee Thai Houseowner named Soranee tata Supprasiti. They
organized data throughe-mail and meetings.

RECOMMENDATION:
The researchers recommend that one should use flowers orchoose flowers
which have more juices than others in order to havemore liquid with the fact
that flowers only have very little amount of liquid. One should choose the
right flower to produce the flavor youwant for the fact that not all flowers
taste good. Choose the flavoringfit for making your juice better tasting.But
one very important thing that you need to remember is thatnot every flower
is edible and great tasting. In fact, sampling someflowers can make you very,
very sick. You also should NEVER usepesticides or other chemicals on any
part of any plant that producesblossoms you plan to eat. Identify the flower
exactly and eat onlyedible flowers, and edible parts of those flowers. Always
remember touse flowers sparingly in your recipes due to the digestive
complicationsthat can occur with a large consumption rate

Bibliography:
http://whatscookingamerica.net/EdibleFlowers/EdibleFlowersMain.htm
http://www.sagekitchen.com/pages/jellies.htm
http://www.congocookbook.com/c0224.html
MICROSOFT ENCARTA 2003

Apendices:
1.How To Harvest and Prepare Flowers For Eating
HARVESTING
~ Pick the flowers when they are just opened. It is best topick them just before you
are going to use them. Be sure they areherbicide-free and pesticide-free.
WASHING
~ Wash flowers gently in luke-warm water with a little salt init. The salt will remove
any insects. Gently pat them dry or let them dripdry on a towel.
STORAGE
~ If the flowers have long enough stems, stores them in waterin the refrigerator
until needed. Otherwise, store the whole blossoms in aplastic bag in the refrigerator
until needed. Do not pull the petals off untilyou are ready to use them. Some
flowers such as pansies, calendula,chives and daisies will last 4 - 6 days if they are
kept cool; nasturtiums,roses and bergamot will last 2-3 days; tuberous begonias and
squashblossoms should be used as soon after they are picked as possible.For long
term storage, flowers can be dried or frozen. They will have theflavor and color but

not the texture of fresh flowers. Frozen flowers workwell for infusions where you will
strain the petals out. Dried flowers canbe used wherever there is some liquid in the
recipe so that the flowers can re-hydrate.
What part of the Flower do you eat?
My suggestion to which part of which flower to eat is simple - if it feelsgood in your
mouth, enjoys it; if not, leave it out of your food. Forinstance, Scented Geranium
flowers and leaves are edible but the leavesfeel like furry lumps in your mouth. Use
them as you would bay leaves,cook them in the dish but remove the leaves before it
is served. Thepetals of Daisies, Roses, Clover and Marigolds are wonderful to cook
withbut the tough centre is unpleasant in the mouth. Pansies and Nasturtiumscan
be eaten whole. Separate the individual flowers from the stems forflowers like
Chives, Sage and Lilacs. Squash blossoms, Tulips, Hollyhocks,and Day Lilies require
the removal of the stamens and pistils from theircentres before they are cooked or
stuffed. It is the stamens of the SaffronCrocus that are dried and become "Saffron."
II. Jus de Bissap
Made from the dried red flowers of Hibiscus sabdariffa
, a kind of hibiscus plant,
Jus de Bissap
seems to be more of a tea than a "juice".It is often called the "national drink of
Senegal". Every busy street,train station, bus depot, and stadium will have its
bissap vendorsselling the drink. The dried flowers can be found in every
market.Bissap is equally popular in many neighboring countries of WesternAfrica:
both the flower and the beverage are also known as
l'Oseille deGuine
,
Guinea Sorrel
, and
Karkad
. In Arabic-speaking countries, such

ACKNOWGEMENT
The researchers would like to acknowledge and express theirdeepest appreciation to
the Japanese restaurant, Sawasdee forhelping them answer some questions they
needed for the bettermentof their experiment. With the help of sales lady, Ms.
Lanny Dela Cruzand the owner, Mrs. Soranee Supprasiti, the curious researcher
wereenlightened by the information they had given them about the so-called
tropical flower juice. The parents of the researchers have beenvery supportive to
what the researchers were doing for the well hardworked project and the good of
their Investigatory Science Project.It would not have been such an accomplishment
if it werent forthe researchers who worked very hard for the triumph of the ISP. For
Kristines parent who provided the venue in performing the experiment which made
their work more proper, neat and effective. The researchers would like to thank the
Science Coordinator and the teacher Mdm. Elsa Moralda for allowing them to
research and find,investigate and broaden their knowledge about the topic wherein
they learned a lot of new thing and ideas. The support and comments she has given
for the improvement of the research. Lastly, for God who has always been there in
times when they really needed him, for protecting and guiding the researchers to
the right path that led to their accomplishment