Description
This Iced Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Latte is a visually stunning and refreshing beverage that combines the natural blue hues of steeped butterfly pea flowers with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for hot days, this latte can be customized with your choice of dairy or plant-based milk and a variety of sweeteners for a delightful and vibrant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 2 tablespoons Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers
- 2 cups Hot Water
Milk Mixture
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based such as almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons Sweetener (honey or to taste)
Serving
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (optional)
Instructions
- Steep the Butterfly Pea Flowers: Begin by boiling water until it is bubbling. Pour the hot water over the dried butterfly pea flowers in a heat-proof cup. Allow the flowers to steep for 5-7 minutes until the water turns a deep blue color. 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 fully dissolves, ensuring an even flavor throughout the tea.
- Froth the Milk: Select your choice of milk—whether dairy or plant-based—and froth it using a milk frother, or alternatively, shake it vigorously in a jar or blend it until it becomes light and airy with a creamy texture.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Slowly pour the cooled butterfly pea tea over the ice, then gently pour the frothed milk on top, creating distinct visual layers that highlight the beautiful blue and creamy white contrast.
- Add a Citrus Flair: For an extra burst of flavor and a slight color change effect, drizzle lemon juice over the top of the latte. This optional step adds a refreshing tartness that complements the sweet and floral notes of the tea.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish your latte with fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers placed on the frothy milk layer for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and temperature.
Notes
- Use boiling water for optimal color and flavor extraction from the butterfly pea flowers.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference; honey or any liquid sweetener works well.
- Plant-based milks such as almond, oat, or coconut can be used to make this beverage vegan-friendly.
- The lemon juice is optional but adds a nice color-changing effect and flavor dimension.
- For a colder drink, ensure the tea is fully cooled before adding ice to prevent dilution.
- Frothing the milk creates the best texture and presentation but can be skipped if unavailable.
