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Butterfly Pea Flower has been used for centuries in Southeast Asia and has recently been introduced to tea drinkers out of its native area of Thailand. The flower boasts a long list of Ayuverdic properties and people love the bright blue color and the fact that it changes color to a nice purple color when some acid (like lemon juice) is added. The cup imparts a mild, earthy flavor. Please note: The mineral content of your water source will affect the color of the brew. Our photos use local spring water sourced from the Berkshires. If the color of your brew is different, please consider trying an alternative water source. Ingredients: Butterfly pea flowers. Mike's Tea RatingsDetails: A beautiful Thai flower infusion.
Caffeine-free
5 minutes
Details: A beautiful Thai flower infusion.
Blue Butterfly Pea flowers are native to Thailand, Malaysia and can be found in other parts of SE Asia. The scientific name of the plant is "Clitoria ternatea" as the flowers resemble the female genitalia. The flowers have a high content of anthocyanin, a beneficial antioxidant. The flowers have a nootropic effect and may trigger vivid dreams, enhanced memory and brain function. In Thailand, the flowers have been used for centuries for hair and scalp health in ancient types of shampoo. Nowadays, the flowers are very popular in tea and herbal blends because they easily infuse their vivid blue pigment. The flowers are infused in water, sugar, milk or oil as a natural food color. The blue infusion color can change before your eyes to purple and fuchsia with the addition of lemon, lime or other ingredients that change the pH of the infusion (displayed in the image gallery above). Many new cocktail recipes and cool, color changing herbal teas are being created with this wonderful flower from Thailand. Where do you find butterfly pea?Blue Butterfly Pea flowers are native to Thailand, Malaysia and can be found in other parts of SE Asia.
Is it good to drink butterfly pea tea everyday?Butterfly pea flower is generally considered safe when used in moderation. Although there is no research on its side effects, some people have reported issues like nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea.
How many cups of Butterfly pea Tea Can you drink a day?Blue pea tea can be had at any time of the day, but tea experts recommend having it after a meal because it helps aid digestion. 2-3 cups of Blue Tea can be had in one day.
Is Butterfly pea tea FDA approved?Butterfly pea flower extract is the industry's first plant-derived natural blue source approved by the FDA.
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