Peach Iced Tea
A refreshing homemade peach iced tea that’s perfect for hot summer days, blending sweet peaches with bold black tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering and Steeping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 fresh peaches, sliced
- 4–5 black tea bags
- 3/4 cup sugar (or less to taste)
- 8 cups water
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a pot, combine sliced peaches and half of the water. Simmer on low with sugar until you have peach syrup and the fruit is soft.
- In another container, steep black tea bags in the remaining hot water for 5-7 minutes.
- Mix the tea and peach syrup together, straining out peach bits if desired. Let it cool.
- Serve over ice, adding mint leaves if using.
Notes
For a twist, muddle in some basil or mint before serving. Splash in lemonade for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peach iced tea, summer drinks, refreshing beverages, homemade tea, sweet tea