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Color-Changing Magic Lemonade

Color-Changing Magic Lemonade: A Refreshing Drink Surprise

Experience the Color-Changing Magic Lemonade, a visually stunning drink that transforms from blue to purple with lemon juice, perfect for summer gatherings!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Potion
  • 1 tablespoon Butterfly Pea Flower Creates vibrant blue hue
  • 2 cups Water Preferably filtered
For Sweetness
  • to taste Natural Sweetener Such as honey or agave
For the Zing
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended
For Serving
  • as needed Ice Keeps the drink chilled

Equipment

  • pot
  • Pitcher
  • Glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by heating approximately 2 cups of filtered water to just below boiling, around 200°F. Once hot, remove from heat and add a tablespoon of butterfly pea flowers. Let steep for about 5 minutes.
  2. While the tea is still warm, add your choice of natural sweetener, such as honey or agave, to taste and stir to dissolve completely.
  3. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until chilled.
  4. To serve, fill a clear glass with ice, then pour the chilled blue tea over the ice, filling the glass halfway.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the glass, watching as the blue color shifts to purple. Stir gently to preserve the color change effect.
  6. Your Color-Changing Magic Lemonade is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve immediately and appreciate the captivating transformation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Serve in clear glasses to highlight the color change and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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