Dandelion flowers
The bright yellow flower heads of dandelion with a sweetish nectar taste for dandelion honey, wine, fritters and salads.
Dandelion flowers are the bright yellow flower heads of dandelion picked in dry weather, with a sweetish nectar taste and a light grassy bitterness at the base. They are cooked into dandelion honey (syrup) with sugar and lemon, added to wine and tinctures, dipped in batter and fried as fritters, put into buns, cakes and salads and candied.
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Dandelion and citrus wine is an elixir of spring, filled with sunlight and freshness. It is a traditional drink of European cuisine inspired by rural recipes where dandelions were seen as symbols of warmth and rebirth. Its taste surprises with a balance of sweetness and the light tartness of citrus, complemented by the spicy aroma of ginger and cloves. This wine is perfect for warm summer evenings when one wants to enjoy a delicate floral palette and a light citrus aftertaste. It opens up especially well when chilled, accompanying light snacks or fruit desserts. This drink not only quenches thirst but also transports you to a world of nature where each sip is a sunbeam absorbed by fragrant dandelion flowers.
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