Description
This refreshing Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte features a vibrant blue tea brewed from dried butterfly pea flowers, sweetened to taste, and topped with creamy frothed milk. Served chilled over ice with an optional splash of lemon for a stunning color change and delicate floral notes, this drink is an elegant and healthy alternative to traditional lattes, perfect for a calming afternoon treat or a visually striking beverage for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 tablespoons dried butterfly pea flowers
- 2 cups hot water (boiling)
Sweetener
- 2 tablespoons honey or to taste
Milk
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based such as almond, coconut, or oat milk)
Additional
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Steep the Butterfly Pea Tea: Boil water until bubbling, then pour it over the dried butterfly pea flowers in a heat-proof cup. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, observing the transformation of the water into a deep blue color. Once steeped, strain the tea into another container and let it cool to room temperature.
- Sweeten the Tea: While the tea is still warm, add honey or your preferred sweetener. Stir vigorously until the sweetener is completely dissolved, ensuring an even sweetness throughout the tea.
- Froth the Milk: Select your preferred milk, whether dairy or plant-based, and froth it using a milk frother, shaking in a jar, or blending until the milk becomes light and airy with a creamy texture.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, then slowly pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the ice. Gently add the frothed milk on top to create distinct layers, showcasing the stunning color contrast.
- Add Lemon (Optional): For an added visual and flavor experience, drizzle lemon juice over the top of the latte. The acidity causes a captivating color change from blue to purple.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish your iced latte with fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers atop the milk froth for a beautiful presentation before serving.
Notes
- Boiling water is essential to fully extract the vibrant color and flavor from the butterfly pea flowers.
- Adjust sweetness to taste using honey or alternative sweeteners.
- You can use any type of milk depending on dietary preferences, including almond, coconut, oat, or regular dairy milk.
- The lemon juice is optional but recommended to create a stunning color-changing effect.
- For a vegan version, choose plant-based milk and a vegan sweetener like agave syrup.
- Ensure the tea is cooled adequately before pouring over ice to avoid dilution.
