Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade
This Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade combines the refreshing tang of lemon juice with the floral sweetness of elderflower syrup, creating a unique, all-natural lemonade that’s as beautiful as it is tasty. With layers of blue and purple, this drink is a stunning choice for parties, afternoon refreshments, or any time you want a delicious, health-boosting drink. With butterfly pea flower’s unique color-changing effect, this lemonade is sure to impress and refresh!
Equipment
- Cocktail jigger, Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 oz elderflower syrup
- 2 oz lemon juice
- ⅓ cup water
- ⅛ tsp butterfly pea powder
- sparkling all-natural lemon-lime soda
- ice
Instructions
- First, in a small bowl, combine the butterfly pea powder and water and whisk until thoroughly combined.
- Next, to a tall glass, add the elderflower syrup and lemon juice.
- Add around half a cup of ice (enough to cover the lemon mixture. Followed by the butterfly pea mixture.
- Add enough ice to fill the remainder of the glass and top with natural lemon lime soda.
- Garnish with a slice of fresh lemon and rosemary. Enjoy!
Notes
- I love the floral notes of elderflower syrup but you can sub for honey or maple syrup
- Fresh lemons are key to this all natural lemonade, the taste is unmatched. For a twist you can also make this with fresh limes!
- I used butterfly pea powder; it’s a staple in my kitchen to add to smoothies and shakes, and it lasts a long time in the cupboard. You could also use butterfly pea flowers and steep them in boiling water to make tea, then chill them and use them in this recipe.
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