Butterfly Pea Flowers
Greenhouse-dried flowers (Greenhouse drying)
The butterfly pea flowers (Clitoria ternatea), known for their natural deep blue color and their traditional uses in Southeast Asia, are now highly sought after in gastronomy, mixology, and creative infusions.
At Kawanga, we’ve chosen a unique quality, derived from flowers harvested at full maturity and then dried in a greenhouse (greenhouse drying). This process allows for precise control of temperature and humidity, preserving the color, the structure of the petals, and the natural compounds responsible for their exceptional pigmentation.
Profil visuel & sensoriel
- A deep blue color that is stable and uniform
- Whole, fully open, and intact flowers
- A light and delicate plant-based aroma
- Neutral to very slightly herbaceous flavor
Butterfly pea flowers are prized above all for their puissance visuelle, tout en restant discrètes sur le plan gustatif.
Origin & Botany
Country
Indonesia
Nom botanique
Clitoria ternatea
Grown in a tropical climate, the flowers develop evenly and have a high pigment intensity, which is enhanced by controlled drying.
Selection & Quality Control
- Unparalleled quality—only the very best selection
- Hand-picked flowers
- Thorough sorting before and after drying
- Greenhouse drying to preserve color and integrity
- Excellent visual and quality stability
This mastery of the process ensures a high-end product that is perfectly suited for professional use.
Business Uses
Butterfly pea flowers are used in many creative fields:
- Herbal Infusions and Blue Teas
- Hot and Cold Beverages
- Cocktails, mocktails, and spirits
- Natural Colorants for Foods and Beverages
- Rice, desserts, pastries, ice cream
- Creative cuisine and visually appealing presentations
Natural pH reaction: blue turns purple or pink in the presence of acidic ingredients (lemon, yuzu, vinegar).
Packaging
- Dried whole flowers
- Unique Quality – Kawanga Premium Selection
- Volumes Designed for Professionals
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