Blue butterfly pea tea Calories

Blue butterfly pea tea contains anthocyanins, plant pigments known for antioxidant activity. That does not mean the tea prevents or treats disease, and evidence for specific health benefits from drinking it is limited.

Steep dried butterfly pea flowers in hot water, then strain them when the tea reaches the color and strength you want. Drink it hot, or let it cool and serve over ice; add lemon if you want a color-changing drink.

Blue butterfly pea tea changes from blue toward purple or pink when an acidic ingredient is added. Lemon juice is a common example: its acidity changes the appearance of the anthocyanin pigments in the tea.

No, blue butterfly pea tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is made from flowers, not tea leaves. Blends may include other ingredients, so a blend containing tea leaves or another caffeinated ingredient will be different.

Blue butterfly pea tea has a mild, earthy, slightly floral taste and is not strongly bitter. Lemon, honey, or other herbs can change the flavor, though lemon also turns its blue color purple.

Yes, blue butterfly pea tea can be served cold. Brew and strain it, chill it, then pour it over ice; add lemon for a tangy drink that shifts from blue toward purple.

Yes, blue butterfly pea tea can add natural color to drinks and some foods, including rice and desserts. Use a concentrated infusion for stronger color, and expect acidic ingredients to shift the blue toward purple.

Blue butterfly pea tea is caffeine-free, so it is less likely to interfere with sleep than caffeinated drinks. There is not strong evidence that it improves sleep or treats insomnia, however.

There is not enough reliable evidence to establish the safety of blue butterfly pea tea during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly or in concentrated amounts.