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Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte

Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte: Refreshing Summer Bliss

Delight in the enchanting Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte, a caffeine-free drink that showcases a captivating color transformation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 1 tbsp Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers These are the stars of your iced latte, providing that striking blue hue.
  • 1 cup Hot Water Essential for steeping, extracting the vibrant color and flavors.
For the Latte
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based options like almond, oat, or coconut milk.
  • 1-2 tsp Honey or Sweetener Optional; adds floral sweetness.
For Serving
  • Ice Cubes Enough to fill your glass.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice Optional; transforms blue tea to purple.

Equipment

  • Kettle
  • Strainer
  • Frother or Blender
  • Glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil 1 cup of water in a kettle. Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon of dried butterfly pea flowers. Steep for 5–7 minutes until the water is blue. Strain and let cool.
  2. While the tea cools, stir in 1–2 teaspoons of honey or sweetener until dissolved.
  3. Froth 1/2 cup of your preferred milk until light and airy.
  4. Fill a clear glass with ice cubes, then pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the ice.
  5. Slowly pour the frothed milk over the back of a spoon into the glass to create layers.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to transform the color, then stir gently if desired.
  7. Garnish with butterfly pea flowers and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality flowers for vibrant color and flavor. Add lemon juice slowly to avoid curdling milk and ensure tea is cooled before adding milk for distinct layering.

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