why make this recipe
This drink is fun and fast. Kids and adults like the color change. It uses natural flower tea and lemon. It is great for parties, warm days, or a science snack. If you like easy drinks, check this easy recipes guide for more simple ideas.
introduction
Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade is a bright blue drink that turns pink when you add lemon. The color comes from butterfly pea flowers. The lemon juice makes the blue change to purple and pink. It tastes light, sweet, and fresh. This is a neat drink for any day, and it needs only a few items to make. You can also pair it with snacks or meals from a casserole guide if you serve a full spread.
how to make Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade
Follow the short steps below. The drink is simple and quick. Use the Ingredients and Directions lists after this to make it exactly.
Ingredients :
Handful of butterfly blue pea flowers, 1 cup brown sugar (or natural sweetener), 1 cup boiling water, 2 cups room temperature filtered water, Juice of 1-2 lemons, Ice for serving
Directions :
Boil 1 cup of water in a pot and steep the butterfly pea flowers for 5 minutes. Strain the tea. Dissolve brown sugar in warm water (if using) and mix with the blue tea. Stir in 2 cups of room temperature water and optional lavender extract. Fill glasses with ice, pour the blue lemonade over it, and add lemon juice to see the color change.
how to serve Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade
Serve in clear glasses so the color change shows. Add ice to keep it cold. You can garnish with a lemon slice or a few pea flowers on top. Serve right after you add lemon for the best color surprise.
how to store Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade
Keep any extra blue tea and made lemonade in the fridge. Use an airtight bottle or jar. Drink within 2-3 days for best taste and color. If you mix lemon in advance, it will stay drinkable for 1-2 days but the color may fade.
tips to make Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade
- Taste as you go. Add lemon slowly until you like the tartness.
- Use filtered water for a clean taste.
- If you want less sugar, use half the brown sugar or try honey or another sweetener.
- For a stronger blue, steep the flowers a bit longer. For a lighter color, steep less.
- For a fun twist, add a few sprigs of mint or a drop of lavender extract.
Learn more simple kitchen ideas at this perfect casserole tips page to inspire your serving.
variation (if any)
- Make it fizzy: add soda water instead of still water.
- Make it adult: add a splash of vodka or gin.
- Make it herbal: add mint or basil while steeping for a fresh note.
FAQs
Q: Where do I get butterfly pea flowers?
A: You can buy them online or at some health food stores. They often come dried.
Q: What if I don’t have brown sugar?
A: Use white sugar, honey, maple syrup, or any sweetener you like. Adjust to taste.
Q: Will the color always change?
A: Yes. The butterfly pea flower tea is blue and reacts to lemon acid to turn purple or pink. The exact shade depends on how much lemon you add.
Q: Can I make a large batch?
A: Yes. Just multiply the ingredients. Keep the blue tea and add lemon when you serve.
Conclusion
For more detail and another version of this fun drink, see the full recipe at Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade – Alphafoodie.
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Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
A bright blue drink that turns pink when lemon is added, made with butterfly pea flowers for a fun, colorful twist.
Ingredients
- Handful of butterfly blue pea flowers
- 1 cup brown sugar (or natural sweetener)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups room temperature filtered water
- Juice of 1–2 lemons
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Boil 1 cup of water in a pot and steep the butterfly pea flowers for 5 minutes. Strain the tea.
- Dissolve brown sugar in warm water (if using) and mix with the blue tea.
- Stir in 2 cups of room temperature water and optionally add lavender extract.
- Fill glasses with ice, pour the blue lemonade over, and add lemon juice to see the color change.
Notes
Serve in clear glasses to show the color change. Garnish with a lemon slice or pea flowers for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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