Description
Peach iced tea is the ultimate summer refresher, blending the sweetness of ripe peaches with the robust flavor of black tea. This delightful drink captures the essence of sunny days and casual gatherings, making it perfect for picnics or backyard barbecues. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this peach iced tea will become your go-to beverage for any warm occasion. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, it’s a simple way to elevate your summer experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups filtered water (2 hot, 2 cold)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Wash and slice the peaches into wedges.
- Brew the Tea: Boil 4 cups of water. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Sweeten: Remove tea bags and stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Infuse: Add peach slices to the warm tea; let steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Chill and Serve: Strain mixture into a pitcher over ice; garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg