Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tea bags (black, green, or herbal tea)
- 4 cups water
- 2 ripe peaches (or 1 cup peach nectar/concentrate)
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar (or honey, agave, or simple syrup, to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: cinnamon stick, lemon slices, or edible flowers for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Tea:
- Hot Brew Method: Boil 4 cups of water. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
- Cold Brew Method: Place the tea bags in 4 cups of cold water and refrigerate for 6-12 hours for a smoother, less acidic tea.
- Make Peach Infusion:
- Slice the peaches into small chunks and puree them in a blender. For a smoother texture, you can strain the puree to remove any pulp.
- If using peach nectar or concentrate, simply add 1 cup of the nectar to the tea.
- Sweeten the Tea:
- Stir in your desired sweetener (sugar, honey, or agave) while the tea is still warm if you’re using the hot brew method.
- For a natural sweetness, you can muddle a few peach slices directly in the glass before adding the tea.
- Combine Peach and Tea:
- Mix the peach puree (or peach nectar) with the brewed tea. Stir well to combine.
- Chill the Tea:
- Refrigerate the peach tea for about 2-3 hours (if using the hot brew method) or enjoy immediately if you’ve cold-brewed it.
- Serve:
- Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the chilled Iced Peach Tea over the ice.
- Garnish with mint leaves, lemon slices, or a cinnamon stick for extra flavor.
- Enjoy:
- Refresh yourself with this sweet, cool, and fruity drink on a hot summer day.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by experimenting with different types of sweeteners like agave, honey, or even peach nectar.
- For added flavor, try mixing in a few herbs like mint or lemon verbena.
- If you prefer a smoother taste, cold brewing the tea will give it a less bitter flavor, perfect for summer.
- Store the tea in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days for the best freshness.