Why Butterfly Pea Flower Is the Ultimate Summer Tea 💙💜

Kendra Stoll
Jul 21
2 min read

Updated: Jul 22

And 5 Gorgeous Ways to Enjoy It!

Looking to add a little color, beauty, and joy to your summer rituals?

Let me introduce you to our seasonal obsession: Butterfly Pea Flower.

This vibrant botanical isn’t just pretty to look at — it’s been used for centuries in Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian traditions for its wide array of benefits. Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, Butterfly Pea Flower is beloved for supporting radiant skin, shiny hair, and even a brighter mood. Yes—your tea can lift your spirits.

But here’s the real magic: when you mix Butterfly Pea Flower with citrus (like lemon or lime), the tea transforms from deep indigo to vibrant violet right before your eyes. It’s like nature’s version of a mood ring—and it never gets old.

Whether you’re entertaining guests, nourishing your body, or just want to bring a little delight into your day, here are five creative and playful ways to enjoy Butterfly Pea Flower this summer.

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🌈 1. Make Magical Color-Changing Lemonade

Steep the tea to create a deep blue concentrate, then pour over lemonade—and watch the alchemy happen. As the citrus hits the tea, it shifts from blue to purple in an instant. This is the perfect wow-factor drink for brunches, picnics, or playful self-care moments.

☁️ 2. Sip a Blue Bliss Latte

Combine steeped Butterfly Pea Flower tea with warm plant-based milk, a touch of maple syrup or honey, and a dash of vanilla. For added froth and grounding, blend in a scoop of coconut butter or collagen. It’s creamy, calming, and naturally caffeine-free—ideal for slow mornings or wind-down evenings.

🍰 3. Add It to Baked Goods

Butterfly Pea Flower can be used to naturally color cakes, muffins, frosting, or glazes. A few tablespoons of strong tea can turn simple recipes into dreamy, pastel confections—without synthetic dyes.

❄️ 4. Freeze it Into Fancy Colored Ice

Pour cooled Butterfly Pea Flower tea into ice cube trays for the most stunning, jewel-toned ice cubes. These look incredible in sparkling water, lemonade, or herbal spritzers—and they gradually tint your drink as they melt. Beauty meets hydration.

🍹 5. Craft a Blue Cocktail or Mocktail

Stir the tea into your favorite summer cocktail for an elevated twist. Think: blue mojitos, gin and butterfly pea tonics, a sparkling mocktail with muddled mint and lime, and even boba. Bonus: it’s a conversation starter every time.

This season, let your tea be a reminder that wellness can be both intentional and joyful. Butterfly Pea Flower invites us to slow down, savor beauty, and infuse a little play into our routines.

You can find our organic Butterfly Pea Flower blend on our shop, Amazon or on iHerb.com—now shipping worldwide. Here’s to sipping something beautiful.