A visually stunning and naturally vibrant blue herbal latte, perfect for a calming moment. This caffeine-free drink uses butterfly pea flowers for its unique hue and is ready in under 10 minutes.
Blue Butterfly Pea Latte
A visually stunning and naturally vibrant blue herbal latte, perfect for a calming moment. This caffeine-free drink uses butterfly pea flowers for its unique hue and is ready in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk any kind
- 1/2 cup hot water just boiled
- 1 teaspoon dried butterfly pea flower tea
- 1 teaspoon sweetener honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Place the dried butterfly pea flowers into a mug or heat-proof glass. Pour the hot water over the flowers and let them steep for 5 minutes, or until the water turns a deep blue.
- While the tea is steeping, gently heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat or in the microwave until it is warm and steaming, but not boiling. If desired, froth the milk using a milk frother or by vigorously whisking.
- Strain the steeped butterfly pea tea into a clean mug, discarding the flowers. If using sweetener, stir it into the blue tea until dissolved.
- Pour the warm, frothed milk over the blue tea. Watch the beautiful layers form before gently stirring to combine.
- Serve your vibrant Blue Butterfly Pea Latte immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a sweeter latte, adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference. You can use any type of milk, including plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk for a vegan option. Serve hot or pour over ice for a refreshing iced latte. A sprinkle of dried butterfly pea flower powder or a fresh flower makes for a beautiful garnish.
