🇮🇩 Indonesia · Drinks
Teh Bunga Telang
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇮🇩 IDA visually stunning, color-changing blue tea made from butterfly pea flowers. When lime juice is added, the acidity turns the deep blue tea into a vibrant purple.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Boil 500ml of water in a small pot over medium heat until bubbles begin to form.
- 2
Add 15 dried butterfly pea flowers to the water and let them steep for 5 minutes.
- 3
Observe the liquid turning a rich, deep blue color; strain out the flowers.
- 4
Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is warm to ensure it dissolves completely.
- 5
Pour the blue tea into 2 glasses filled with ice cubes to cool it down instantly.
- 6
Prepare 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice separately.
- 7
Pour the lime juice into the blue tea just before drinking and watch the magical color shift.
- 8
Stir gently to distribute the acidity and serve immediately as a refreshing tonic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh flowers instead of dried?+
Yes, but you may need 20-25 fresh flowers to get the same intensity of color.
Why does it change color?+
The butterfly pea flowers contain anthocyanins which react to the acidity of the lime juice.
Can I make it hot?+
Yes, it is equally delicious as a hot, caffeine-free herbal tea.
Is honey the only sweetener option?+
No, you can substitute with simple syrup or agave nectar if you prefer a neutral taste.
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