Surprise! North Dining is all the Buzz this April Fool’s Day

Winston-Salem, NC – Deacon Dining’s North Dining Hall kicked off April with a playful twist to its beverage offerings, introducing the Buzz Button mocktail – a concoction that left students buzzing (literally)! To celebrate April Fool’s Day, the culinary team surprised guests with a drink that not only tasted fresh and refreshing but also gave them an unexpected, yet delightful, tingling sensation.

The Buzz Button mocktail featured a zesty combination of freshly muddled lime, a sweet yet spicy ginger syrup, and sparkling water, making it a perfectly balanced drink. But the true star of the show was the rim: a sugar coating infused with Buzz Button flowers. When customers took a sip, they were greeted with an astonishing, mouth-tingling sensation as the flowers caused their mouths to temporarily numb and buzz!

The Buzz Button flower, also known as Acmella oleracea, is a natural ingredient known for its “electric” sensation, which has gained popularity in culinary circles for its surprising effect on taste buds. While the drink was all in good fun, it was also a refreshing and light option for those seeking a playful twist to their dining experience.

Whether you were daring enough to try it or just watched others’ reactions with delight, the Buzz Button mocktail added an extra spark to the festive day. Deacon Dining’s commitment to creativity and community engagement was on full display, and students are already excited to see what fun offerings might come next!