Color-Changing Refreshing Drink (Printer View)

Color-changing lemonade with butterfly pea flower tea and lemon juice.

# What you'll need:

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01 - 2 cups hot water
02 - 2 tablespoons dried butterfly pea flowers
03 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 1/4 to 1/3 cup simple syrup (to taste)
05 - 2 cups cold water
06 - Ice cubes as needed
07 - Lemon slices for garnish
08 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Method:

01 - Steep the butterfly pea flowers in the hot water for 5 minutes, until the water turns a deep blue. Strain out the flowers and let the tea cool to room temperature.
02 - In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water. Stir to mix well.
03 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour in the lemonade until each glass is about two-thirds full.
04 - Slowly pour the cooled butterfly pea flower tea over the lemonade in each glass. Watch as the color transforms from blue to vibrant purple or pink when it interacts with the lemon.
05 - Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This drink is not only refreshing but also a visual feast for the eyes.
  • You can customize the sweetness to your liking, making it a perfect fit for everyone.
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  • Too much simple syrup can overpower the flavors—start with less and adjust to your taste!
  • For a stronger color, don’t shy away from adding a few more butterfly pea flowers.
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  • The color change reaction is due to the acid in lemon juice, so it’s not just pretty—it’s science!
  • A little fresh mint goes a long way in enhancing the aroma and flavor.
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