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Haunted Galaxy Butterfly Pea Lemonade Floats

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A mesmerizing color-changing beverage that combines butterfly pea flower tea with vanilla ice cream, creating a stunning visual and delicious taste experience perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups strong butterfly pea flower tea, chilled (use 2–3 tablespoons dried flowers)
  • ¾ cup simple syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water)
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (the catalyst for transformation)
  • Vanilla ice cream or lemon sorbet (1 small scoop per serving)
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon wheels for garnish
  • Edible glitter or luster dust (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brew the Butterfly Pea Tea: Boil 4 cups of water, add dried butterfly pea flowers, steep for 10-15 minutes, strain, and chill.
  2. Create the Base Mixture: In a pitcher, combine chilled butterfly pea tea, simple syrup, cold water, and vanilla extract.
  3. Prepare for Service: Set up serving area with glasses, ice cream scoop, and garnishes ready.
  4. Execute the Color Magic: Fill glasses with ice, pour the blue mixture, then slowly add lemon juice to create the color change.
  5. Create the Float: Pour the now-purple lemonade into glasses and top with a scoop of ice cream or sorbet.
  6. Final Presentation: Garnish with a lemon wheel and edible glitter, serve immediately.

Notes

Freshly squeezed lemon juice provides the best flavor and most dramatic color change. This drink is perfect for Halloween or science-themed gatherings.

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Keywords: color-changing drink, butterfly pea flower, Halloween beverage, lemonade float, vegan drink

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