If you’re hosting some pals and you’re looking to get all the oos and ahs, I’ve got just the drink for you! This Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade is refreshingly sweet, tangy and blissfully fragrant. Not only is it easy to make, but the beautiful layers of unicorn colors as you pour make this lemonade a delicious aesthetically beautiful show stopper perfect for afternoon refreshments and parties. The magical blue and purple layers make this lemonade a show-stopping addition to any gathering. With every sip, you’ll be refreshed and uplifted by this beautiful, all-natural lemonade. Say goodbye to store-bought drinks and let this butterfly pea flower lemonade be your go-to refresher! You could totally serve this as a mocktail or add a few special ingredients to make it an “adults only” beverage! I love making this drink when I need a little pick me up in the darker months or when I am sweating and need to cool off in the summer! It really is delicious anytime and I am sure anyone you share it with is going to love it too!
This butterfly pea lemonade recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients, each adding unique flavors and colors to make this drink irresistible grab all my cocktail essentials here.
Making this butterfly pea flower tea lemonade is simple, and it only takes a few minutes:
In a small bowl, whisk together the butterfly pea powder and water until it’s fully dissolved, creating a vibrant blue tea.
In a tall glass, add the elderflower syrup and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Add enough ice to cover the lemon mixture, creating a cool layer for the butterfly pea tea.
Pour the butterfly pea mixture over the ice, watching as it layers over the lemon base.
Add more ice to fill the glass, then top with natural lemon-lime soda.
Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of rosemary. Enjoy the beautiful layers and refreshing taste of your butterfly pea lemonade!
Butterfly pea flower is an herb native to Southeast Asia, known for its brilliant blue color and subtle earthy flavor. When infused in drinks, butterfly pea flower creates a vibrant blue tea that can magically change to purple with the addition of acidic ingredients like lemon or lime juice. Not only is butterfly pea tea visually captivating, but it also boasts a variety of health benefits, including stress reduction, digestive support, and high antioxidant content. Perfect for butterfly pea flower lemonade, this magical flower transforms any drink into an unforgettable experience. I guarantee you’ll become lowkey obsessed with this magical ingredient as it really can jazz up anything (it’s also super captivating for the kiddos!).
This butterfly pea lemonade is incredibly versatile! Here are a few ways to make it your own:
If you’re looking for a drink with that WOW factor – look no further and fall in love with this one because this butterfly pea flower drink is more than just a beautiful beverage. It’s packed with benefits and antioxidants from the butterfly pea flower. It’s a soothing drink that can help reduce stress, support digestion, and protect your body from free radicals. Plus, it’s an all-natural, vegan, and gluten-free drink that’s quick and easy to make.
Try these drinks next:
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant based meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant based meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
