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Magic Color Changing Lemonade

Magic Color Changing Lemonade for a Stunning Party Drink

Magic Color Changing Lemonade is a visually stunning beverage that transforms color with citrus. Perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drink
  • 4 cups filtered water essential for brewing the tea
  • 2 tablespoons butterfly pea flower tea leaves creates a stunning blue color
  • 2 cups lemonade opt for homemade or store-bought
For the Presentation
  • as needed ice chills the drink
  • 1 slices lemon or orange for garnish and flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • pitcher
  • drinking glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil 4 cups of filtered water in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of butterfly pea flower tea leaves. Steep for 5 minutes and strain into a pitcher. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
  2. Fill your drinking glasses with ice cubes to the brim.
  3. Pour lemonade into each glass, filling them about an inch from the top.
  4. Carefully pour the chilled butterfly pea flower tea into the glasses, slowly down one side to create a layered effect.
  5. Serve immediately for the color change effect, adding a slice of lemon or orange for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; pre-made lemonade can lose its zing. Can be experimented with different fruits for unique flavors.

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