TIMES AUSTRALIA, SURABAYA – When you think of tea, you will think about brown or green colored tea. However, there is another type of tea that has a mesmerizing blue color. This blue color comes from the butterfly-pea flower infused in the water. This beverage can be more magnificent if you add some drops of lemon juice and ice cubes.

This butterfly-pea flower tea, which is also known as blue tea, is actually a tisane. Tisane is a beverage made from the infusion or decoction of herbs, spices, or other plant materials – such as flowers, roots, or dried fruits – in hot water.

 “Blue tea is a herbal tea made from dried butterfly-pea flowers,” said Ermila Widya Elina, the seller of this herbal tea.

This beverage has gained popularity due to its mesmerizing blue color and its many health benefits. It contains proteins, fibers, and minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium. It contains flavonoid, anthocyanin, and anti-diabetic substances. Flavonoid and anthocyanin functions as antioxidants to fight free radicals.

 “Butterfly-pea flower tea contains many health benefits. Moreover, this tea can change color due to its sensitivity to temperature and pH. In an alkaline state, this tea can change color to green, while in an acidic state, it changes color to purple,” said Ermila.

Steep 5 dried butterfly-pea flowers in 200 ml boiling water. You may serve it warm or cold. You may add some drops of honey or lemon juices.

This beverage is not only pleasant to eyes, but it is also effective in reducing stress. You can get some dried butterfly-pea flowers from e-commerce or any online media, such as Instagram. (*)