Sweet Iced Peach Tea
Refreshingly sweet and irresistibly fruity, this homemade Sweet Iced Peach Tea is the perfect summer beverage that combines the robustness of black tea with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches. Crafted with a simple homemade peach syrup, this delightful drink is infused with a subtle hint of lemon juice for brightness and served ice-cold for ultimate refreshment. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll enjoy a healthy alternative to store-bought versions, free of artificial flavors. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and peach slices for a stunning presentation that’s as inviting as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or unwinding on a warm afternoon, this tea will be your go-to recipe for a taste of summer bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 3 medium-sized Peaches
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 pieces Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
While the tea steeps, wash and slice the peaches, removing the pits.
In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 cup of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the peaches soften and the sugar dissolves (about 10 minutes).
Using a fine mesh strainer, carefully strain the peach mixture into a bowl, pressing the peaches to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the peach solids.
Remove the tea bags from the steeped tea and add the peach syrup to the tea. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a large pitcher. Add 2 cups of ice cubes and 1 cup of cold water to dilute and chill the tea.
Serve the iced peach tea over additional ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves (if desired) and a peach slice for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
