Peach Iced Tea is a refreshing drink made with sweet peaches and cold black tea. It’s perfect for hot days and has a light, fruity flavor with just a hint of sweetness.
I like to add a few fresh peach slices to make it prettier. Once, I accidentally packed extra tea leaves by mistake—still tasted great!
For quick serving, I keep it chilled in the fridge and pour it over ice. It’s an easy drink to cool down with anytime I want something sweet and tasty.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Fresh peaches: They give the tea its sweet, fruity flavor. I like using ripe, juicy peaches for the best taste. If peaches aren’t in season, canned peaches or peach nectar work well for convenience.
Black tea: This provides a bold, slightly bitter base that balances the sweetness. Use good quality tea bags or loose leaves. Green tea or herbal tea can be a lighter alternative if desired.
Honey or sugar: Adds natural sweetness; I prefer honey for a richer flavor, but sugar works perfectly. You can also use agave syrup or maple syrup as substitutes.
Ice cubes: Keep the tea cool and refreshing. If you don’t have ice on hand, finely crushed ice or even frozen peach slices can help chill the drink.
How do I brew the perfect iced tea without it tasting bitter?
Brewing tea too strongly or at the wrong temperature can cause bitterness. To avoid this, use fresh water, steep the tea bags or leaves for only 3-5 minutes, and remove them promptly. Cooling before pouring over ice prevents over-brewing.
- Use just-boiled water and pour it over tea bags or leaves.
- Steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove the tea to prevent bitterness.
- Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature before chilling or pour directly over ice to slow brewing.
How to Make Peach Iced Tea?
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Tea and Flavorings
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 cup fresh peach slices
- ½ cup honey or sugar (optional)
For Serving
- Ice cubes
- Fresh peach slices (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional)
How Much Time Will You Need?
Boiling water: 5 minutes, Steeping tea: 10 minutes, Chilling: 30 minutes, Total: 45 minutes
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Boil the Water
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot. While boiling, prepare your tea bags and peaches.
2. Brew the Tea
Pour the hot water over the tea bags in a heatproof pitcher. Let it steep for 10 minutes for a strong flavor.
3. Add Peaches and Sweetener
Remove the tea bags. Add fresh peach slices and honey or sugar if desired. Stir until dissolved.
4. Chill the Tea
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice with peach slices and mint if using.
