Description
A visually stunning and refreshing Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte featuring vibrant blue tea steeped from dried butterfly pea flowers, combined with creamy frothed milk and lightly sweetened for a perfect balance. This recipe offers a unique cold beverage experience that is both beautiful and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 tablespoons Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers
- 2 cups Hot Water
Milk & Sweetener
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based like almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons Sweetener (honey or to taste)
Serving
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (optional)
Instructions
- Steep the Tea: Boil water until bubbling and pour over dried butterfly pea flowers in a heat-proof cup. Steep for 5-7 minutes until the water turns a deep vibrant blue, then strain the tea into another container and let it cool to room temperature.
- Sweeten the Tea: While tea is still warm, add honey or preferred sweetener and stir vigorously until fully dissolved to ensure even sweetness throughout the drink.
- Froth the Milk: Choose your preferred milk and froth it using a milk frother, shake it vigorously in a sealed jar, or blend it until light and airy to create a creamy layer for the latte.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Slowly pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the ice, then gently layer the frothed milk on top to create distinct visual layers.
- Add Final Touches: Optionally drizzle lemon juice over the top of the latte for a subtle tang and color change, then garnish with fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers for a beautiful presentation before serving.
Notes
- If using lemon juice, add just before serving to preserve the vivid blue color turning to purple hues with acidity.
- Adjust the amount of sweetener based on your taste preference or dietary needs.
- Plant-based milks like oat or almond work well for a vegan version and add unique flavor notes.
- For best results, use freshly boiled water to maximize color extraction from the butterfly pea flowers.
