Butterfly Pea Tea (Blue Tea) Recipe

Introduction

Butterfly Pea Tea, also known as Blue Tea, is a vibrant and refreshing herbal tea made from dried butterfly pea flowers. It boasts a striking blue color that changes to purple with a splash of lemon, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon dried butterfly pea flower
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup coconut water

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a teapot or tea steeper, add the dried butterfly pea flower. Pour the boiling water over the flowers, cover with a lid, and let it steep for about 3 minutes until the water turns a vivid blue.
2. Step 2: Add the maple syrup to your serving glass. Pour the brewed tea over the syrup and stir well to dissolve. Serve hot or cold, and enjoy with lemon, milk, or coconut water according to your preference.

Tips & Variations

• For a striking color change, squeeze lemon juice into the tea before adding milk or coconut water.
• Use honey instead of maple syrup for a different sweetness note.
• Try chilled butterfly pea tea with ice cubes and a splash of coconut water for a refreshing summer drink.

Storage

Store any leftover brewed butterfly pea tea in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid altering the tea’s delicate flavor, or enjoy it chilled. Avoid storing tea with milk or coconut water mixed in for best freshness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Is butterfly pea tea caffeinated?

No, butterfly pea tea is naturally caffeine-free, making it a great herbal option any time of day.

Can I use fresh butterfly pea flowers instead of dried?

Yes, fresh flowers can be used; simply use more flowers as fresh ones are less concentrated. The steeping time remains about the same.

Butterfly Pea Tea (Blue Tea) Recipe

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• Author: Ethan
• Total Time: 8 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

Butterfly Pea Tea is a vibrant blue herbal tea made from dried butterfly pea flowers. This refreshing beverage is naturally caffeine-free and can be enjoyed hot or cold, sweetened with maple syrup, and enhanced with lemon juice, milk, or coconut water for a delightful twist.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

• 1 tablespoon Dried Butterfly Pea Flower
• 2 cups Water

Sweetener

• 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup

Add-ins

• 1 Lemon
• 1/4 cup Milk
• 1/2 cup Coconut Water

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Instructions

1. Steep the Butterfly Pea Flowers: Place 1 tablespoon of dried butterfly pea flowers into a teapot or steeper. Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the flowers, cover with a lid, and let steep for about 3 minutes until the water turns a vibrant blue color.
2. Sweeten the Tea: In a serving glass, add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup. Pour the steeped butterfly pea tea over the syrup and stir well with a spoon until the syrup is fully dissolved.
3. Serve and Customize: Enjoy the tea hot or cold. Optionally, add fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon to create a color-changing effect and a tart flavor. For creaminess, add 1/4 cup of milk or for a tropical twist, stir in 1/2 cup of coconut water before serving.

Notes

• Steeping time can be adjusted to taste; longer steeping yields a stronger tea.
• The addition of lemon juice changes the tea’s color from blue to a vivid purple or pink.
• Use dairy or plant-based milk according to preference to keep it vegan.
• Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or other sweeteners as desired.
• Serving the tea chilled with ice cubes makes a refreshing summer drink.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 minutes
• Category: Beverage
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Thai

Keywords: Butterfly Pea Tea, Blue Tea, Herbal Tea, Caffeine-Free, Refreshing Drink, Vegan Beverage, Thai Tea, Color Changing Tea