Color-Changing Butterfly Pea Lemonade Mocktail
A magical drink that changes colors with just one squeeze.
Ingredients:
1 tsp Butterfly Pea Flowers (dried)
1 cup boiling water
1 Tbsp honey or agave (optional)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup cold water or sparkling water
Ice
Lemon slices, mint, or edible flowers for garnish
Directions:
Steep the Magic:
Pour boiling water over the butterfly pea flowers and let steep for 5–7 minutes, until a deep, rich blue develops.
(Optional: Sweeten with honey or agave while warm.)
Let cool completely.Add the Drama:
In a glass, add ice and lemon juice. Slowly pour your cooled butterfly pea tea over the top and watch the color change from blue to purple—like magic!Finish with Flair:
Top off with cold or sparkling water, stir gently, and garnish with lemon slices, mint leaves, or a few extra butterfly pea petals.
✨ Tips from the Chef:
Want it pink? Add more lemon.
Want it blue? Skip the citrus.
Want guests to scream with joy? Serve it layered, unstirred, and let them watch the transformation.
💫 It’s not just a drink—it’s a moment.