Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte: A Colorful, Refreshing Treat

Discover the Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte, a vibrant, caffeine-free drink that transforms from blue to purple with citrus.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings: 1 latte

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Beverage

Calories: 100

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tea Base

1 tbsp Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers Use dried flowers for a bold blue color and concentrated flavor
1 cup Hot Water Essential for steeping

For the Latte Mix

1/2 cup Milk Choose your favorite for creaminess
1-2 tsp Sweetener Optional; add while the tea is warm for better blending

For Serving

Ice Cubes Chill your latte for a refreshing experience
1 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice Optional; induces color change from blue to purple

Equipment

Frother
Tall glass
strainer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by boiling 1 cup of water. Add 1 tablespoon of dried butterfly pea flowers or 5-6 fresh flowers to the water and steep for 5-7 minutes. Strain the tea and set aside to cool.
Once cooled, stir in 1-2 teaspoons of sweetener while the tea is still warm to enhance the flavor.
Pour 1/2 cup of your preferred milk into a frother and froth vigorously until light and airy.
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes and pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the ice, followed by the frothed milk on top.
Squeeze in 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice for a magical touch and watch the color change.
Garnish with extra butterfly pea flowers if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1latteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, this latte is a vibrant treat perfect for summer afternoons.

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