Marigold Petals (Calendula)

Marigold petals, also known as Calendula, bring a vivid golden hue and a soft, grassy floral note to food and drink. They are a traditional ingredient in herbal tea blends, tinctures, and cheesemaking, where they lend natural color.

At a glance

• Vendor: Old Town Spice Shop
• Type: Spices
• Botanical: Calendula officinalis
• Form: dried edible petals
• Sizes: .2 oz Jar ($3.50), .3 oz Bag ($3.00), 1 oz Bag ($5.50), 2 oz Bag ($8.00), 4 oz Bag ($12.00)

Best for

• Brewing herbal teas and infusions
• Adding natural yellow color to cheese and butter
• Garnishing salads, rice, and grain bowls
• Decorating cakes, cookies, and confections
• Crafting homemade tinctures and bitters
• Floral seasoning rubs and finishing salts

Pairings

Combine with chamomile, lemon balm, mint, lavender, or rose for tea blends, or stir into soft cheeses and shortbread doughs for color and a subtle herbal lift.

About Old Town Spice Shop

Old Town Spice Shop is a specialty spice purveyor offering culinary herbs, botanicals, and tea ingredients.