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Marigold Muerte Drink
Did you know that marigolds are edible flowers? Not just edible but delicious, with a zesty, citrus-like flavor. Since marigolds are the most common flower associated with Day of the Dead celebrations, it was the perfect flavor inspiration for our cocktail, the Marigold Muerte.This drink is incredibly smooth and tasty, so drink with caution. The citrus flavors from the marigolds pair perfectly with the Limoncello and crisp, light, Vinho Verde that has notes of lime. It doesn't taste nearly as strong as it actually is, so be warned; there's a reason I named this drink the Marigold Muerte (Marigold Death)!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Steeping
1 d
Total Time
1 d 7 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 319 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 ounce marigold-infused simple syrup
- 1 ounce limoncello
- 6 ounces Vinho Verde sparkling white wine
- ice
Instructions
Marigold Infused Simple Syrup:
- Take equal parts water and sugar, and heat together with clean, organic marigold petals in a small saucepan. Stir constantly and heat until all the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let the marigold petals steep for 24 hours. Remove petals and store the marigold-infused syrup in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Put ice in a highball glass. Add the simple syrup and Limoncello.
- Fill to the top with Vinho Verde. Stir gently and serve.
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Notes
- If you do not have marigolds growing in your garden purchase these edible flowers online.
Nutrition Information
Calories
319kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Sodium
25mg
(1%)
Potassium
121mg
(3%)
Sugar
33g
(66%)
Calcium
15mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.