Pois Papillon Organic Flowers (eco-refill)

Originally from Southeast Asia, the Butterfly Pea flower, also called Blue Pea flower or Butterfly Pea flower in English, is an Asian ancestral plant known for its medicinal properties and its colorful particularity.

Traditionally offered as a welcome cocktail in Thailand with lemon and honey, it is also widely used as a natural food coloring to make sublime culinary creations: blue rice , latte , pasta, pastry, smoothie bowl , bread, pancakes...

Its deep blue is the result of a natural pigment: anthocyanin, from the flavoid family.
Anthocyanins are colored molecules that change color depending on the surrounding pH. In an acidic pH below 7, anthocyanins turn red-pink, while in a neutral pH they turn blue and turn green-yellow in a basic pH, above 7.

1. Prepare hot water: Boil lime-free water at 100°.
2. Add the butterfly pea flowers: Place 3-4 butterfly pea flowers in a cup or teapot.
3. Pour the hot water: Gently pour the hot water over the butterfly pea flowers. Be sure to cover the flowers with enough water for optimal infusion.
4. Steep: Let the butterfly pea flowers steep for about 5-7 minutes. This time may vary depending on your personal preferences for flavor and color intensity.
5. Add optional ingredients: To enhance the taste of the infusion, you can add agave syrup, honey or lemon according to your preferences. These ingredients add a touch of sweetness or sourness to the drink.
6. Enjoy your infusion: Once the infusion is ready, savor it quietly and enjoy the delicate aromas and changing color nuances of the butterfly pea flower.

Note: Butterfly pea flower is renowned for its ability to change color when in contact with acidic ingredients. You will see the blue turn to pink as it brews.

Have fun experimenting with different steeping times, ingredient combinations and methods to find your perfect blend with organic butterfly pea flower.