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Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade

Revitalize Your Day with Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade

Enjoy a refreshing summer drink with this Simple Color-Changing Magic Lemonade that transforms from blue to purple, offering a delightful visual and taste experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade
  • 1 tbsp dried butterfly pea flower Use dried or fresh for the best color experience.
  • 2 cups filtered water For steeping butterfly pea flower.
  • 3 cups chilled filtered water To mix with the butterfly pea tea.
  • 2 lemons freshly squeezed lemon juice Adds acidity and triggers color change.
  • to taste none natural sweetener (e.g., honey, agave, or maple syrup) Customize sweetness to your liking.
  • as needed none ice For serving.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring 2 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon of dried butterfly pea flowers. Allow to steep for 10 minutes, then strain the liquid into a container to cool.
  2. In a pitcher, mix the cooled blue butterfly pea tea with 3 cups of chilled filtered water. Add your preferred natural sweetener and stir until dissolved.
  3. Gradually pour in the freshly squeezed juice of 2 lemons, stirring gently to watch the color change from blue to purple.
  4. Fill glasses with ice, then pour the vibrant purple lemonade over the ice and serve.
  5. Optional: Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon or edible flower petals for an elegant touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Steep butterfly pea flower for full 10 minutes for the best color and flavor. Chill glasses and water beforehand for extra refreshment.

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