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frosted glass of peach iced tea with fresh mint leaves and peach slices, condensation dripping down the sides

Peach Iced Tea

A refreshing and fruity homemade peach iced tea perfect for summer days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 2 ripe peaches peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
  3. While the tea is steeping, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, and honey in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  4. Strain the peach mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
  5. Remove the tea bags from the steeped tea and pour the tea into the pitcher with the peach mixture.
  6. Add 2 cups of cold water and stir well to combine.
  7. Refrigerate the tea until chilled, about 1 hour.
  8. Serve over ice cubes, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves.

Notes

For a stronger peach flavor, use an extra peach. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.