Peach Iced Tea

When summer temperatures soar, nothing quenches thirst quite like a glass of Peach Iced Tea. This delightful beverage combines the robust flavor of brewed tea with sweet peaches, served icy cold for maximum refreshment.

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Course: Beverage

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Peach Iced Tea, Summer Drinks, Peach Tea Recipe, Refreshing Beverages

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Chilling Time: 2

Total Time: 2 25

Servings: glasses

Calories: 45kcal

Equipment

Large Pot
Saucepan
Fine-mesh Strainer
Pitcher

Ingredients

Tea Base

6 black tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose leaf black tea
4 cups water for brewing tea

Peach Infusion

3-4 ripe peaches sliced (approximately 2 cups)
4 cups water for peach infusion
1/3 cup honey or sugar adjust to taste

For Serving

1 lemon sliced (optional)
fresh mint leaves for garnish
ice cubes

Instructions

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Once boiling, remove from heat and add tea bags. Allow to steep for 5-7 minutes for a robust flavor.
While the tea steeps, combine sliced peaches, remaining 4 cups of water, and sweetener in a separate saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove tea bags from the brewed tea. Pour the peach mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the tea, pressing gently on the peaches to extract maximum flavor.
Allow the Peach Iced Tea to cool to room temperature before transferring to a pitcher. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled (at least 2 hours).
When ready to serve, pour over ice and garnish with fresh peach slices, lemon wheels, and mint leaves for an impressive presentation.

Notes

For a clearer tea, strain twice or use a cheesecloth. Store in a glass container rather than plastic to prevent flavor absorption. Keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For a sugar-free version, use stevia or monk fruit sweetener.

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