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A glass of iced purple lemonade with a lemon slice garnish sits on a marble surface, surrounded by lemon halves and a glass pitcher with dark liquid.
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Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade

This Butterfly Pea Lemonade is a refreshing, color-changing drink that's as fun to make as it is to sip. Vibrant blue butterfly pea flower tea transforms into beautiful shades of purple when combined with lemonade, making it the perfect beverage for summer parties, brunches, or any time you want an eye-catching drink.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Cooling Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 60kcal
Author: Wendy

Equipment

  • Heatproof measuring cup or bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • spoon
  • Fine mesh strainer (if using loose butterfly pea flowers)
  • 2 serving glasses

Ingredients

  • 1 cup store-bought lemonade
  • 1 teaspoon dried butterfly pea flowers or 2 butterfly pea flower tea bags
  • 1 cup hot boiling water
  • Ice cubes as needed
  • Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the dried butterfly pea flowers or tea bags into a heatproof container. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over them and steep for 5 minutes, or until the water turns a deep blue color.
    A glass teapot filled with dark blue liquid sits on a marble surface beside a small bowl of dried butterfly pea flowers.
  • Remove the tea bags or strain out the flowers. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
  • Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes.
    Two round glasses filled with clear liquid and ice cubes on a light marble surface, viewed from above.
  • Pour 1/2 cup of lemonade into each glass.
  • Slowly pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the lemonade in each glass. Watch as the blue tea changes to beautiful shades of purple where it meets the lemonade.
    A hand pours blue liquid from a teapot into a glass of iced lemonade, causing the drink to change color; lemon slices and scattered petals are on the table.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh lemon slices, if desired. Stir gently before drinking and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Serve immediately. The layered appearance is most dramatic right after pouring.
  • Let the tea cool first. Cool tea creates better layers and keeps the drink refreshing.
  • Pour slowly. Pour the tea gently over the back of a spoon for the prettiest layered effect.
     

Nutrition

Serving: 1Drink | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 14g | Calcium: 4mg