Espolòn Tequila introduced Flor de Oro, a limited-edition Reposado tequila infused with natural extract from the marigold flower.

Inspired by Día de los Muertos, Flor de Oro means “Golden Flower” referencing the vibrant marigold that adorns traditional ofrendas during the Mexican celebration, the company notes. The premium liquid is aged in new Oak barrels for two months and blends the floral and citrus aromas of marigolds with the fruit-forward, sweet notes of new American Oak, it says. The elegance of the rare natural marigold extract results in an elevated flavor profile for a unique sipping experience ideal for celebratory moments, it adds.

“For me, Día de Muertos is all about family, tradition, and honoring those no longer with us,” said Jesús Susunaga Acosta, maestro tequilero of Espolòn Tequila, in a statement. “It presents an opportunity for me to reflect on memories of celebrations and traditions — rooted in food, aromas and tequila — that my mother and grandmother taught me. When creating Flor de Oro, I was inspired by the moment that we placed an altar at Casa San Nicolás dedicated to our late founder, Master Distiller Cirilo Oropeza. Drawing from the marigold petals and aromas of his favorite foods, we created an infused Reposado tequila that honors Cirilo and thanks him for his years of dedication to tequila-making.”

For the release of Flor de Oro, Espolòn’s iconic rounded bottle features a new creative label that showcases Espolòn’s iconic rooster, Ramón, standing proudly by a Día de los Muertos altar that pays homage to Oropeza.

The 40% ABV Flor de Oro is available at retailers nationwide in limited quantities with a suggested retail price of $43.99 for a 750-ml bottle.

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