Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Latte
A visually stunning and refreshing drink made with butterfly pea flower tea, creamy milk, and a hint of lemon juice.
Equipment
- Kettle
- Glass
- Milk frother or jar
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Dried butterfly pea flowers Or 5-6 fresh butterfly pea flowers or 1 butterfly pea tea bag.
- 1 cup Hot water Used to steep the butterfly pea flowers.
- 1/2 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based options like almond, coconut, or oat milk.
- 1-2 teaspoons Honey Or sweetener of your choice (optional).
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice Optional, adds flavor and color change.
Instructions
- Boil water in a kettle. Add dried butterfly pea flowers or tea bag to the hot water and steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Strain the tea to remove the flowers or tea bag and let it cool to room temperature.
- Pour 1/2 cup of milk into a separate container and froth it using a milk frother or shake in a sealed jar.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled butterfly pea flower tea over the ice, filling halfway.
- Slowly add the frothed milk on top of the tea to create a layered effect.
- If desired, add lemon juice to the drink and watch the color change from blue to purple.
- Garnish with fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers and serve immediately.
Notes
This drink is not only refreshing but also offers health benefits from the butterfly pea flower.