Butterfly Pea Tea Recipe
Butterfly pea tea is a stunning, caffeine-free herbal drink made from dried blue pea flowers. It's easy to make, naturally color-changing with lemon juice, and totally Instagram-worthy! Customize it hot or iced, sweetened or not – it’s the ultimate flexible feel-good drink that’ll wow guests every time.
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Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 5kcal
Equipment
- Kettle or pot for boiling water
- Strainer or tea infuser
- Cup or teapot
- Spoon
- Lemon juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 –2 tbsp dried butterfly pea flowers
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1 tsp honey or sugar optional, to taste
- 1 –2 tsp lemon juice or lime juice for color change
Instructions
- Heat water until just below boiling (about 180°F / 82°C).
- Add dried butterfly pea flowers to a teapot or infuser.
- Pour the hot water over the flowers and steep for 5–10 minutes.
- Strain out the flowers.
- Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired.
- Add lemon or lime juice to watch the tea change from blue to purple.
- Serve hot, or chill in the fridge for iced tea.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Notes
You can find butterfly pea flowers at Asian markets or online.
Make butterfly tea ice cubes by freezing it – perfect for cocktails or lemonade.
Try adding mint, coconut water, or spices like cinnamon for fun variations.
No caffeine = perfect before bed.
Great for kids' parties and impressing guests with the color change!
Nutrition
Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 15mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.2mg