Marigold Margarita

Marigold Margarita

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz León Y Sol Blanco
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz marigold-infused simple syrup (see instructions below)
  • ½ oz Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • Ice
  • For garnish:
    • Edible marigold flowers
    • Orange or lime slices
    • Salt or sugar for rimming (optional)

Marigold Simple Syrup:

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup fresh marigold petals (make sure they’re pesticide-free)

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HOW TO MAKE THIS FLORAL FAVE!

Make the syrup:

  • Bring water and sugar to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until fully dissolved.
  • Remove from heat, add marigold petals, and let steep for 15 minutes.
  • Strain out the petals and let the syrup cool.

Shake it up:

  • Rim your glass with salt or sugar if desired.
  • In a shaker, combine León Y Sol Blanco, lime juice, marigold simple syrup, and Cointreau with ice. Shake until well chilled.

Serve:

  • Strain the mixture into a glass over ice.

Garnish:

  • Add edible marigold flowers and a slice of lime or orange for an elegant finish.

SALUD!