Unleashing the Magic of Butterfly Pea Flower: From Blue Drinks to Improved Memory
Ah, the butterfly pea flower! Not only does it sound like something straight out of a fairy tale, but it’s also a magical ingredient that can add some pizzazz to your life.
Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria Ternatea) is a pretty blue flower which makes an incredible blue tea once infused. This pretty blue infusion is not limited to tea, you can even add it to your favourite cocktail or mocktail for a unique and colourful twist. Just imagine the look on your friends’ faces when you serve them a blue martini! Add a little lemon and it will magically turn purple!
Butterfly pea flower has a range of uses beyond just tea, including skincare, haircare, and even traditional medicine. And if you’re feeling adventurous, you can even add it to your food. Its deep luscious blue colour is often used as a natural food colouring. If you want to impress your dinner guests with a fancy blue risotto or tasty blue dessert, butterfly pea flower is your new best friend.
Brew: 4 flower blossoms per cup for 3-5mins in 100° water. Traditionally served with honey and lemon.
Origin: China
Ingredients: 100% Organic Butterfly Pea Flowers (Clitoria Ternatea)
Health Benefits
- High in antioxidants – Higher than green tea!
- Eye health and infections
- Glowing skin
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti depression
- Increases hair volume and strength
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Try our other colourful botanicals such as lavender or hibiscus