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Love Potion

Love Potion Cocktail: A Color-Changing Sip of Romance

This magical Love Potion cocktail transforms from navy blue to vibrant purple, blending sweet vanilla, floral elderflower, and zesty lemon for a delightful drink.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • - Cocktail shaker

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail Base

  • 1 cup Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Tea cool completely before using
  • 2 oz London Dry Gin can substitute with vodka
  • 1 oz Elderflower Liqueur St. Germain works well
  • 1 oz Vanilla Syrup can be substituted with simple syrup
  • 1 oz Triple Sec can be replaced with Cointreau
  • 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor

For Serving

  • 1 cup Collins Ice use crushed or cubed ice
  • 2 Edible Pansy Flowers optional but recommended

Instructions
 

How to Make Love Potion Cocktail

  • Start by brewing the blue butterfly pea flower tea according to the package instructions. Allow the tea to cool completely to maximize its color-changing magic in the cocktail.
  • In a cocktail shaker, combine the London dry gin, elderflower liqueur, vanilla syrup, triple sec, and fresh lemon juice. Give it a gentle stir to mix the flavors.
  • Fill the shaker with Collins ice and shake well until chilled, aiming for about 15-20 seconds.
  • Carefully strain the mixture into a glass filled with more Collins ice.
  • Slowly pour the cooled blue butterfly pea flower tea over the cocktail to watch the transformation.
  • Garnish with edible pansy flowers and serve immediately.

Notes

For added pizzazz, consider serving with a lemon twist for an extra citrusy kick! Always mix the cocktail fresh for the best taste.
Keyword cocktail, color-changing drink, fresh ingredients, Love Potion, romantic drink, summer cocktail