Butterfly Pea Tea
Butterfly Pea Tea is a vibrant and visually stunning herbal beverage that originates from Southeast Asia. This tea is known for its natural ability to change color, turning from a beautiful blue tea to a gorgeous purple when combined with fresh lemon juice.
Servings 4
Calories 7kcal
Ingredients
- 4 tsp butterfly pea flower tea
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1-2 tsp honey, to taste *optional
Instructions
- Boil 2 cups of water.
- Meanwhile, place the butterfly pea flowers into a tea bag or mesh strainer. Place the bag in a teapot.
- Pour the boiling water over the tea bag and steep for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and discard. Add the sweetener to taste.
- Pour the tea into a mug and enjoy. For iced tea place the pot in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour, then pour over ice cubes.
- Pour the lemon juice over the brewed tea to change the color from blue to purple and to add a citrus taste to the drink.
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Notes
Store the brewed tea in a covered pitcher or teapot in the fridge.
Enjoy it within 24-48 hours for the best taste and visual appeal.
Nutrition
Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.03g | Fat: 0.02g | Saturated Fat: 0.003g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 0.5IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.01mg