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Citrus Magic Blue Mocktail

A bright and refreshing blue mocktail made with butterfly pea ice and citrus, perfect for parties or quiet nights. This low-calorie drink is diabetic-friendly and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Butterfly Pea Ice
  • 15 pieces butterfly pea flowers Use fresh blossoms for best flavor.
  • 2 cups boiling water For steeping the flowers.
Ice Components
  • 2 cups cold water For regular ice cubes.
Mocktail Assembly
  • 2-4 tablespoons freshly squeezed citrus Adjust based on personal taste preference.
  • to taste your favourite sparkling drink Use unsweetened for a healthier version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place butterfly pea flowers in boiling water and steep for 30 minutes.
  2. Strain flowers and freeze the blue liquid into ice cubes.
  3. Freeze the regular cold water into ice cubes.
  4. Once frozen, blend the blue ice cubes in a high-speed blender, leaving some larger chunks for texture.
  5. Do the same with the regular ice cubes.
Drink Assembly
  1. Fill tall glasses halfway with regular ice.
  2. Top with butterfly pea ice.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of citrus juice into each glass.
  4. Add more butterfly pea ice on top and finish with your favourite sparkling beverage.
  5. Stir gently and garnish before serving.

Notes

Use fresh citrus for the best flavor and enjoy immediately for the best fizz and color. Store ice cubes in airtight containers to keep them fresh.