By Smriti Dey
June 7, 2026
Butterfly pea flower is widely known for its deep blue colour and antioxidant-rich profile, which has made it viral across multiple platforms as well as social media. Its neutral taste allows easy serving when citrus, honey, or herbs are mixed, making the blooms highly pairable with a variety of foods and drinks.
Put the dried or fresh flowers in hot water to make a deep blue tea. Adding lemon or any other citrus fruit will instantly turn it purple, which will make it look great and taste great.
Use butterfly pea flower water to cook rice or quinoa. This will give the grains a natural blue colour. The colour makes the dish look better without changing the taste.
Add the flower infusion to puddings, gelatin desserts, or agar jellies. The mild taste lets the sweetness and toppings shine through.
You can add butterfly pea flowers into lemonades, mocktails, or iced drinks as garnishes. It gives a nice look without using fake florets or ornaments.
Butterfly pea flower is a good plant-based food colour for frostings, syrups, and batters. It keeps the flavours the same while giving you a clean alternative to synthetic colours.