Cosmic Quencher

Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Lemonade Magic!

Forget boring old lemonade, there’s a new refreshing drink in town that’s as fun to look at as it is to sip on. The Cosmic Quencher is a vibrant blue lemonade made with butterfly pea flowers that magically transforms into a stunning pink drink!

Beyond the color-changing magic, butterfly pea flower tea boasts some impressive health benefits. These beautiful flowers have been used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries and are said to improve memory, reduce inflammation, and promote overall well-being.

So, how do you make this mystical drink? It’s surprisingly easy!

Ingredients:

• 2 oz SAC’s Lime Puree
• 1 oz SAC’s Cane Sugar Syrup
• 5 oz Water
• 5 oz Butterfly Pea Flower Tea

Instructions:

1. Combine the lime puree, cane sugar syrup, and water in a shaker.
2. Add the mixture to a cup.
3. Add some ice to the cup and slowly pour the butterfly pea flower tea on top.
4. You should see a beautiful color division of blue on top, pink in the middle, and yellow at the bottom.
5. Garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves.
6. Enjoy!

The Science Behind the Magic

The vibrant blue color of butterfly pea flower tea comes from a natural compound called anthocyanin. Anthocyanin is a type of antioxidant that is also responsible for the rich colors of berries and other fruits. When the butterfly pea flower tea is mixed with an acidic liquid, like lime juice, the anthocyanin changes structure, causing the color to shift from blue to pink.

Tips for Making the Cosmic Quencher:

• You can find dried butterfly pea flowers at most health food stores or online retailers.
• To make butterfly pea flower tea, simply steep the flowers in hot water for 5-10 minutes.
• If you don’t want cane sugar syrup, you can use SAC’s Longan Honey Syrup to sweeten the drink to taste.
• For a fun twist, add SAC’s Butterfly Pea Jelly as a topping.