Description
Enjoy the refreshing taste of summer with this Peach Iced Tea recipe. Perfect for warm days, this delightful beverage combines the rich flavor of black tea with the sweetness of ripe peaches, making it a must-have for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing on your patio. With its vibrant color and fruity aroma, this drink is not only delicious but also visually appealing, ensuring that your guests will be impressed. Easily customizable to suit your taste preferences, you can adjust the sweetness and add garnishes like fresh mint or peach slices to elevate your iced tea experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 8 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sliced peaches, 1 cup of water, and sugar. Boil over medium-high heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until soft.
- Cool slightly and blend the peach mixture until smooth. Strain if desired.
- Boil the remaining 7 cups of water in a large pot and steep black tea bags for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Mix cooled tea with peach syrup in a pitcher; add lemon juice if using.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving over ice with optional garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg