{"product_id":"dried-blue-butterfly-pea-flowers","title":"Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eClitoria ternatea\u003c\/em\u003e · Whole Dried Flowers · Colour-Changing Blue Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Butterfly Pea Flower creates a naturally vivid blue tea that transforms into beautiful violet and purple tones when lemon or another acidic ingredient is added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown botanically as \u003cem\u003eClitoria ternatea\u003c\/em\u003e, these whole dried flowers have been enjoyed across Southeast Asia in traditional teas, refreshing drinks and colourful culinary creations. Their delicate, earthy flavour makes them easy to enjoy on their own or blend with citrus, honey, herbs and floral teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally caffeine-free, Blue Butterfly Pea Flower is perfect for slow tea rituals, iced drinks, botanical lemonades, lattes, mocktails, baking and naturally colourful entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour and Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe infusion has a mild, earthy and subtly floral flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts remarkable blue colour comes naturally from pigments within the flowers. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and watch the infusion change from blue to violet or purple as its acidity changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary \u0026amp; Botanical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers are selected and packed for culinary preparation. Create naturally blue tea, vibrant lemonades and iced drinks, botanical ice cubes and colour-changing creations with a squeeze of citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare Blue Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 1 teaspoon of dried Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers to a cup or clear glass mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour over freshly boiled water and steep for 5–10 minutes, depending on your preferred colour and strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrain and enjoy warm, or allow the infusion to cool before serving over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd lemon or lime after brewing to create the colour-changing effect. Sweeten with honey if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and Packaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach resealable kraft pouch contains 50 g of dried Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are carefully packed to help preserve their natural colour, character and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the pouch securely closed and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use a clean, dry spoon and reseal the pouch carefully after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only as directed and discontinue use if sensitivity or discomfort occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue below to discover the story behind Blue Butterfly Pea Flower, learn how its remarkable colour transformation works and explore beautiful recipes from The Meadow Kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dbcad0; margin: 2rem 0 1.4rem;\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ffmm-meadow-kitchen\"\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ffmm-meadow-kitchen-heading\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; color: #755366; font-size: 1.65em; font-weight: 500; letter-spacing: 0.015em; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003eThe Meadow Kitchen — Recipes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"ffmm-meadow-recipe-title\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 1.22em; font-weight: 600; color: #4e3945; margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003eButterfly pea lemonade\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 1–2 tsp dried flowers in 250 ml freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes. Strain, cool and pour over ice. Add honey if desired, followed by fresh lemon juice. Watch the blue infusion shift towards violet or purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY DOES IT CHANGE COLOUR?:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterfly pea flowers contain anthocyanin pigments that respond to acidity. Adding lemon changes the pH, shifting the infusion from blue towards violet or purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 class=\"ffmm-meadow-recipe-title\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 1.22em; font-weight: 600; color: #4e3945; margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003eButterfly pea iced tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 1–2 tsp flowers in 250 ml freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes. Strain, cool and serve over ice. Add honey, mint or citrus if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNATURALLY CAFFEINE-FREE:\u003c\/strong\u003e When brewed on its own, Blue Butterfly Pea Flower (Clitoria ternatea) creates a naturally caffeine-free botanical infusion that can be enjoyed hot or chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 class=\"ffmm-meadow-recipe-title\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 1.22em; font-weight: 600; color: #4e3945; margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003eBotanical blue ice cubes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a strong butterfly pea infusion using 2 tsp flowers per 250 ml water. Steep for 10 minutes, strain, cool and freeze in an ice tray. Add to lemonade, sparkling water or iced tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA LITTLE KITCHEN MAGIC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the blue cubes to lemonade or citrus-infused sparkling water. As they melt into the acidic drink, the blue can gradually shift towards violet and purple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 class=\"ffmm-meadow-recipe-title\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 1.22em; font-weight: 600; color: #4e3945; margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003eButterfly Pea \u0026amp; Lemon Tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA naturally blue floral infusion that changes towards violet when lemon is added, preserved from our Dried Flowers collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp dried Blue Butterfly Pea Flowers (\u003cem\u003eClitoria ternatea\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup freshly boiled water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the Butterfly Pea Flowers in a cup or teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over freshly boiled water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and steep for 5–7 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain and add honey if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a squeeze of lemon and watch the blue infusion change colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review individual suitability during pregnancy, breastfeeding or alongside medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Flowers from my Meadow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321689403714,"sku":null,"price":163.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/3537\/6706\/files\/blue-butterfly-pea-flowers-50g.png?v=1789051326","url":"https:\/\/flowersfrommymeadow.co.za\/products\/dried-blue-butterfly-pea-flowers","provider":"Flowers from my Meadow ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}