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.
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.