Dandelion Wine
Dandelion Wine is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place dandelion flowers in a large heatproof container.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace dandelion flowers in a large heatproof container.
Pour boiling water over top.
Cover and let steep for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
When making dandelion wine, cleanliness is key.
Make sure your kitchen counters, hands, and all utensils are sterile.
Pour the resulting tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pot or saucepan, pressing the petals to extract as much flavor as possible.
Discard blossoms and bring tea to a boil.
Place sugar in a heatproof 1-gallon jar.
Pour boiling dandelion tea into jar and stir to dissolve.
Add lemon and orange slices.
Cover jar and let liquid stand for 2 weeks at room temperature, shaking every couple days.
Pour dandelion wine through a fine-mesh strainer lined with a coffee filter into a clean container.
Serve or cover and store refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.