This rose drink has a layer of a special type of dessert called malai burfi on top. You can find the dessert at any Indian store. As a variation, you can top the drink with a scoop of vanilla ice cream instead.
Place a deep nonstick saucepan over high heat and add the milk. Lower the heat to medium, add the sugar, and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Transfer to a bowl. Add the saffron and stir until it dissolves.
Add the cardamom to the milk and stir. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Add the rose syrup and stir. Place the bowl in the refrige