What is Blue Matcha?
Blue matcha powder is a unique and vibrant ingredient that is rapidly gaining popularity in the health and wellness world. Unlike traditional green matcha, which is made from ground green tea leaves, blue matcha is made from dried butterfly pea flowers. This vibrant blue powder is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to a wide range of health benefits, including improved brain function, reduced anxiety, and lower inflammation levels.
Beyond its potential health benefits, blue matcha is also a stunning addition to a variety of dishes, adding a pop of color to smoothie bowls, lattes, and baked goods. Whether you're looking to boost your health or simply add a touch of visual flair to your meals, blue matcha powder is a versatile and exciting ingredient to try.
Buyers Beware!
When purchasing your blue matcha - it's important to check the ingredients to see if you're purchasing matcha with added butterfly pea powder, or pure butterfly pea flower powder. Blue matcha shares names with green matcha, but blue matcha is actually made from blue butterfly pea flowers (no matcha). Unlike green matcha which contains 60+ mg of caffeine per cup, blue matcha made from pure butterfly pea powder has no caffeine at all.
To make our blue matcha, we add 100% pure butterfly pea flower to organic matcha. The result is an unbelievable blue color. Eye catching and delicious, the flavor is greatly enhanced with just a touch of your favorite sweetener. It can be whisked, blended or frothed in milk to fully dissolve the blue matcha tea just like any other matcha.
Is Blue Matcha Good For You?
When you purchase butterfly blue matcha made with organic matcha powder, you're getting all the health benefits of matcha. In addition, you get the benefits of butterfly blue flower powder.
One of the main benefits of blue matcha powder is its high antioxidant content, which can help to protect the body from harmful free radicals and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Additionally, blue matcha powder has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which may help to reduce inflammation in the body and support overall health. Other potential benefits of blue matcha powder include improved cognitive function, reduced stress and anxiety, and enhanced skin health. Whether you're looking to boost your antioxidant intake or simply incorporate a unique ingredient to your diet, blue matcha powder is definitely worth considering.
A Colorful Reaction
Butterfly pea flower is a rare tea that changes colors when ingredients are added that change the pH level. The drink starts off as blue, but an addition of lemon which raises the pH levels of the tea turns it violet.
If you've been to one of our cafes in Upstate NY, you might have seen this drink on the menu - or even enjoyed it yourself! Did you know that you can easily make it yourself at home? We sell the same butterfly blue matcha powder on our site and even in our cafes - so you can enjoy no matter where you are. Impress your friends and family with this beautiful drink that's so easy to make!
Butterfly Blue Matcha Lemonade Recipe
- Servings: 1
- Yield: 1 serving
What You'll Need
- Matcha whisk (or handheld frother)
- 1 tsp or 1 sachet butterfly blue matcha powder
- 2 oz hot water
- 1 cup lemonade
- Ice
Instructions
STEP 1
In a small bowl, sift in the matcha powder. Pour in hot water and whisk virgorously in a zigzag motion with a bamboo matcha whisk or milk frother until completely dissolved and foamy on top.
STEP 2
Fill your cup 3/4 the way with ice cubes.
STEP 3
Pour lemonade over the ice, leaving some room on top to add the matcha.
STEP 4
Pour your matcha over the lemonade. Stir to watch the colors change!
