Purple tea made with blue pea flower refers to a tea blend that combines the purple tea leaves with the blue pea flower, also known as butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea). This flower, native to Southeast Asia, is renowned for its vibrant blue color and is often used to make herbal teas. When brewed, butterfly pea flower tea has a deep blue color, and it’s sometimes mixed with other ingredients like lemon, which turns the color to purple due to the change in pH.
Color: The combination of purple tea and butterfly pea flower creates a striking purple color when brewed.
Flavor: The flavor profile is typically mild and earthy from the purple tea leaves, with a subtle floral note from the butterfly pea flower.
Health Benefits:
Purple tea offers additional benefits like improved heart health and weight management, thanks to its polyphenols and antioxidants.
