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In the enchanting realm of the International Festival of the Arts at Epcot, the Butterfly Blue cocktail captivates the senses with its delightful blend of flavors. This unofficial recipe, inspired by the China Pavilion, offers a glimpse into the festival’s myriad of palate-pleasing delights.

This dish is based on the Butterfly Blue cocktail from the China Pavilion at Epcot. Find more unofficial, dupe recipes from this festival here at my masterlist.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz vodka
• 1 oz light rum
• 1/2 oz lychee syrup
• 1/2 oz butterfly pea flower tea (cooled)
• 1 oz magic boba pearls (prepared according to package instructions)
• Ice cubes
• Lemon wedge or twist for garnish

For Butterfly Pea Flower Tea:

• 1 tablespoon dried butterfly pea flowers
• 1 cup hot water

For Lychee Syrup:

• 1/2 cup lychee juice (from canned lychees)
• 1/2 cup sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare Butterfly Pea Flower Tea:

1. Place dried butterfly pea flowers in a teapot or heatproof container.
2. Pour hot water over the flowers and let it steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain the tea and let it cool. The butterfly pea flower tea will be a vibrant blue color.

2. Make Lychee Syrup:

1. In a saucepan, combine lychee juice and sugar.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
3. Allow the syrup to cool before using.

3. Prepare Magic Boba Pearls:

Follow the instructions on the package to prepare the magic boba pearls. Typically, they need to be soaked and hydrated before use.

4. Make the Butterfly Blue Cocktail:

1. In a shaker, combine vodka, light rum, lychee syrup, and cooled butterfly pea flower tea.
2. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.

5. Shake Well:

Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.

6. Strain into Glass:

Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice.

7. Add Magic Boba Pearls:

Drop the prepared magic boba pearls into the cocktail.

8. Garnish:

Garnish the Butterfly Blue Cocktail with a lemon wedge or twist for an extra burst of citrus.

9. Serve and Enjoy:

Serve this visually mesmerizing and delicious cocktail immediately, allowing the colors to blend as you enjoy each sip.

Tips:

• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less lychee syrup, depending on your taste preferences.
• Experiment with different citrus garnishes for a varied flavor profile.

The Butterfly Blue Cocktail is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes with its color-changing magic. Enjoy this unique and beautiful drink!