Magical blue color-changing drink (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tsp butterfly pea powder (also called blue matcha) or 1 tbsp butterfly pea flowers in a tea bag or infuser
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1/2 cup boiled water
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1-3 tsp sweetener (sugar, honey or maple syrup), to taste
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400-600 ml milk of choice or water
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Ice cubes (optional, for iced version)
# Instructions:
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Begin by mixing the butterfly pea powder with hot water. If you are using blue butterfly pea flowers, pop them in a reusable tea bag or infuser and steep them for up to 10 minutes.
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Add your preferred sweetener to the hot tea water as well, and mix until it is dissolved.
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Place ice cubes in a glass.
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Add vanilla extract and then the water or milk of your choice to the glass, filling it just over 3/4 full.
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Pour the sweetened blue tea into the glass and mix to combine.
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Begin by mixing the butterfly pea powder with hot plain water. If you are using blue pea flowers, pop them in a reusable tea bag or infuser and steep them for 10 minutes.
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Warm your preferred milk up in a pot on the stove. Measure it by filling a glass almost full with milk and pouring it into a small saucepan to heat up.
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Add your preferred sweetener and vanilla extract to the milk and stir until dissolved.
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When the milk is hot but not boiling, turn the heat off.
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Pour the warm milk into a mug followed by the blue tea, and mix to combine.
# Notes:
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Like something out of a fairytale, this Butterfly Pea Milk Tea recipe is a delicious, beautiful drink!
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Made either hot or cold, you can sip it anytime, and the magic colour is sure to brighten anyone's day.
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To fully unleash the color and subtle flavors, allow the butterfly pea flowers to steep for at least 10 minutes.
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Experiment with the pH by adding different citrus juices, like lime juice or lemon, to see the tea change from blue to purple.
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Serve this tea in a clear glass to fully appreciate its vibrant color transformation, especially when serving guests.