Description
This Enchanted Unicorn Lemonade is a magical, shimmering twist on classic lemonade. Made with fresh lemon juice, honey, edible glitter, and butterfly pea flower tea, it’s a fun and sparkling drink that changes color and dazzles with every sip—perfect for parties or whimsical moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup edible glitter (food-safe)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 1/4 cup blue butterfly pea flower tea (brewed and cooled)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Lemonade Base: In a large pitcher, mix lemon juice, cold water, honey, lemon zest, and simple syrup (if using) until well combined and honey is dissolved.
- Add Sparkle: Stir in the edible glitter until fully distributed.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill glasses with ice. Pour in the lemonade base until about 3/4 full.
- Color-Changing Magic: Slowly pour 1–2 tablespoons of butterfly pea tea over the top of each glass to create a layered color effect.
- Top and Garnish: Add a splash of sparkling water just before serving. Garnish with lemon slices and give a gentle stir to watch the colors swirl!
Notes
- Butterfly pea tea reacts with lemon juice and changes from blue to purple or pink—stir gently to enjoy the transformation.
- Edible glitter is optional but adds a magical, swirling sparkle to the drink.
- Use agave syrup or maple syrup as a vegan alternative to honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Unicorn lemonade, color changing drink, butterfly pea flower, magical mocktail