Description
This Color Changing Butterfly Pea Flower Mocktail is a dazzling, naturally color-shifting beverage that changes from deep blue to vibrant purple with a splash of citrus. Made with butterfly pea flower tea, fresh lemon or lime juice, and a touch of sparkle, it’s the perfect non-alcoholic showstopper for parties, kids, or just a little drinkable magic.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon dried butterfly pea flowers (or 1 tea bag)
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon or lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup lemonade or lemon-lime soda
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wheel, edible flowers, or mint (for garnish)
Instructions
- Steep butterfly pea flowers in hot water for 5–7 minutes until deep blue. Strain and cool.
- In a serving glass filled with ice, pour in the butterfly pea tea.
- Add honey or syrup if desired and stir to dissolve.
- Slowly pour in the lemonade or lemon-lime soda.
- Add the lemon or lime juice and watch the color change from blue to purple!
- Garnish with a lemon slice or edible flowers. Serve immediately.
Notes
- The color change is due to a pH reaction—more lemon = brighter purple.
- For a fizzy version, use lemon-lime soda or sparkling lemonade.
- Butterfly pea tea is caffeine-free and loaded with antioxidants.
- This is great for parties, science-themed events, or kid-friendly fun!
Nutrition
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
