Description
A visually stunning and refreshing iced latte featuring the vibrant blue hue of butterfly pea flower tea combined with creamy milk and a touch of sweetener, perfect for a cooling and flavorful beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Infusion
- 2 tablespoons Dried Butterfly Pea Flowers
- 2 cups Hot Water (boiling)
Milk & Sweetener
- 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 Tea: Boil water until bubbling hot. Pour the boiling water over the dried butterfly pea flowers in a heat-proof cup. Steep for 5-7 minutes, allowing the water to turn 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 chosen sweetener. Stir vigorously until it’s fully dissolved to ensure an even sweetness throughout the drink.
- Froth the Milk: Select your preferred milk type—whether dairy or plant-based—and froth it using a milk frother, by shaking in a jar, or blending until the milk becomes light and airy with a creamy foam.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled butterfly pea tea gently over the ice, then slowly add the frothed milk on top, allowing the distinct layers of tea and milk to show beautifully.
- Add a Citrus Twist: For an optional extra touch, drizzle the lemon juice over the top of the latte, which will slightly change the drink’s color and add a refreshing tang.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with a few fresh or dried butterfly pea flowers on the frothy milk layer for an elegant presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy your iced butterfly pea flower tea latte.
Notes
- Use boiling water to extract maximum color and flavor from butterfly pea flowers.
- Adjust sweetener quantity according to taste preference.
- Plant-based milks such as oat or almond work well for a vegan-friendly version.
- Lemon juice is optional but adds a delightful color change and bright flavor.
- Frothing milk enhances the texture and presentation but can be omitted if unavailable.
