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Sweet Southern Peach Tea Recipe

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This Southern Peach Tea recipe is a refreshing and sweet iced tea infused with fresh peaches and black tea. Perfect for hot summer days, it combines the bold flavor of black tea with the juicy sweetness of ripe peaches and a touch of lemon juice for brightness. Served chilled over ice and garnished with fresh mint and peach slices, it’s a classic Southern beverage that is both flavorful and thirst-quenching.

Ingredients

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Tea Base

  • 4 black tea bags
  • 6 cups boiling water

Syrup

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water

Fruit and Flavoring

  • 2 medium ripe peaches, pitted and diced
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

To Serve

  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
  • Peach slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brew the Tea: Place the 4 black tea bags into 6 cups of boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until it reaches your desired strength. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
  2. Prepare the Peach Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved, creating a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Mash the Peaches: Place the diced peaches into a bowl and lightly mash them with a fork or potato masher to release their juices, but keep some chunks for texture.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix the brewed black tea, peach syrup, mashed peaches, and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Stir well to combine all flavors evenly.
  5. Chill the Tea: Refrigerate the mixture until it is thoroughly chilled, about 1 to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled peach tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and peach slices for a beautiful and flavorful presentation.

Notes

  • The sweetness can be adjusted by adding more or less sugar syrup according to your taste.
  • If fresh peaches aren’t available, frozen peaches can be used but thaw them before mashing.
  • For an adult version, a splash of bourbon can be added to each serving for a Southern twist.
  • This tea is best consumed within 24-48 hours for optimal freshness.
  • To make a lower sugar version, reduce the sugar or substitute with honey or a sugar alternative.

Keywords: Southern Peach Tea, Peach Iced Tea, Black Tea Recipe, Summer Drink, Refreshing Tea, Peach Beverage

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