Our Favourite Summer Drink: Magic Matcha Lemonade

The Best Matcha Lemonade Recipe for This Summer

Summer is here! And there’s no better way to cool down with a refreshing and energizing matcha lemonade made with butterfly pea tea. Our Magic Matcha Lemonade will not only help keep you cool during the summer months, but will give you an extra kick of antioxidants to keep your skin healthy and glowing.

This amazing duo of matcha and butterfly pea tea help reduce inflammation and control the redness and dryness you may experience from long periods of sun exposure. Packed with vitamins, minerals, EGCG and antioxidants, these two powerhouse teas will help maintain skin elasticity while brightening and evening your skin tone. 

What You Need to Make Your Matcha Lemonade

 1/4 Lemon
 Butterfly Pea Tea, brewed and cooled
 Citrus ice (I use orange and lemon juice)
1 tsp. of Bonsai Cha Kogane matcha
 1 oz. of water
 Your Bonsai Cha Matcha Maker
 2 tsp. of sugar (or to taste)

How to Make It

Step 1: Make your Citrus Ice. Fill an ice cube tray with lemon and orange juice, freeze, then top with water and freeze until firm.

Step 2: Brew your butterfly pea tea as directed and chill.

Step 3: Once your butterfly pea tea is chilled, fill a glass with your Citrus ice, then pour over the chilled butterfly pea tea.

Step 4: This is where the magic happens...! Squeeze your lemon over top and watch the colour change from blue to purple! If you like your lemonade sweet, stir in 2 tsp. of sugar or to taste.

Step 5: Add 1 oz. of water to your Bonsai Cha matcha maker and 1 scoop of Kogane matcha. Press twice to blend on the cold setting. Pour over top and enjoy!

The Benefits of Butterfly Pea Tea Matcha Lemonade

Rich in Antioxidants

Butterfly pea tea is rich in antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals produced during prolonged sun exposure. Anthocyanins in butterfly pea tea exhibit strong antioxidant properties that can protect the skin from oxidative stress [1].

Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Matcha and Butterfly Pea Tea

The anti-inflammatory properties of butterfly pea tea can help reduce skin inflammation and redness caused by sun exposure. Research indicates that butterfly pea tea has significant anti-inflammatory effects that can soothe irritated skin [2].

Hydration with Matcha and Butterfly Pea Tea

Butterfly pea tea lemonade helps keep you hydrated, which is crucial for maintaining skin health and preventing dryness and sunburns caused by prolonged sun exposure. Proper hydration is essential for skin health and can help mitigate the effects of sun exposure [3].

Butterfly Pea Tea Helps with UV Protection

The natural compounds in butterfly pea tea can offer some degree of protection against UV radiation, reducing the risk of sunburn and skin damage. The flavonoids in butterfly pea tea can absorb UV radiation, providing a natural barrier against harmful UV rays [4].

Butterfly Pea Tea Enhances Skin Elasticity

Regular consumption of butterfly pea tea lemonade can improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun damage. The antioxidants in butterfly pea tea enhance collagen production, which is vital for maintaining skin elasticity [5].

Cooling Effect of Matcha Lemonade

Butterfly pea tea lemonade has a natural cooling effect, which can help lower body temperature and soothe sunburned skin. The cooling properties of butterfly pea tea are noted in traditional medicine and supported by studies highlighting its effectiveness in reducing heat and providing relief from sun exposure [6].

Immune System Booster

The vitamins and minerals in butterfly pea tea, combined with the vitamin C in lemonade, can boost the immune system, helping the body recover from the stress of sun exposure. The role of antioxidants and vitamin C in enhancing immune function and protecting the skin from environmental stressors is well-documented [7].

References

1. Anthocyanins in butterfly pea tea exhibit strong antioxidant properties - Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

   [https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf3028832](https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jf3028832)

2. Anti-inflammatory effects of butterfly pea tea - Journal of Ethnopharmacology

   [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874111004981]

3. Importance of hydration for skin health - Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology

   [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4086520/](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4086520/)

4. UV protection from flavonoids in butterfly pea tea - Photochemistry and Photobiology

   [https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/php.12083](https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/php.12083)

5. Antioxidants in butterfly pea tea enhance collagen production - International Journal of Cosmetic Science

   [https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ics.12068](https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ics.12068

6. Cooling properties of butterfly pea tea - Journal of Medicinal Food

   [https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/jmf.2011.0092](https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/jmf.2011.0092)

7. Role of antioxidants and vitamin C in enhancing immune function - Nutrients

   [https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/2/121](https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/2/121)