Butterfly pea tea, also known as blue tea, is a caffeine-free herbal tea made from the flower petals or whole flower of the Clitoria ternatea plant, which is native to Southeastern Asia. The tea is known for its deep blue color, which changes to purple when lemon juice or other acidic ingredients are added due to the anthocyanin compounds called ternatins present in the flowers. Butterfly pea flower tea has an earthy flavor similar to green tea and is rich in antioxidants. It is also used as a natural food coloring and is a popular ingredient in cocktails due to its color-changing properties. The tea is mainly used to display the stunning art of tea brewing, and while it is occasionally used as an herbal remedy, the medical community hasn’t established any known health benefits of the tea. To make butterfly pea flower tea, dried flowers are added to hot water and steeped for 10-15 minutes before straining out the flowers. The tea can be enjoyed hot or served over ice, and lemon juice, lime juice, or honey can be added to ramp up the flavor. Butterfly pea tea is caffeine-free, making it a great decaf addition to any menu.