Marigold Mezcal Margarita

This Marigold Mezcal Margarita is a unique and vibrant twist on the classic margarita. The marigold syrup adds a delicate floral sweetness to the smoky mezcal, creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing cocktail. The marigold salt rim and garnish add a beautiful touch, making this drink a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Marigold Mezcal Margarita

A refreshing and visually stunning mezcal margarita with a floral twist, featuring marigold syrup and a marigold salt rim.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup dried marigold flowers
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 3-4 dried marigold flowers
  • 2 limes
  • 1/4 cup mezcal
  • 2 tablespoons marigold syrup (recipe below)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Once boiling, remove from heat, stir in the marigold flowers, cover, and let steep for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours to make the marigold syrup.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix about 1/4 cup of salt with crumbled marigold flowers. Rub the salt and flowers together.
  3. Cut one lime in half. Take one half and cut it into thick slices. Rub one of the lime slices around the edge of a rocks glass. Dip the rim of the glass into the marigold salt and fill the glass with ice.
  4. Fill a shaker with ice. Squeeze the remaining lime wedges into the shaker, add mezcal, and syrup. Cover and shake vigorously.
  5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and garnish with a crumbled marigold flower and a lime wedge.