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Peach iced tea served in a glass
Refreshing homemade peach iced tea for summer days

Southern Style Peach Sweet Tea

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
A fruity twist on the iconic 'Sweet Tea' of the American South. The secret lies in making a tea concentrate: brewing a strong, dark base that gets diluted to perfection by ice and fruit juice later. The tannins in the tea and the sweetness of the peaches complement each other perfectly, while the sugar smooths out any bitterness.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 140 kcal
🌍 Cuisine American (Southern)

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan for boiling
  • Heat-proof pitcher
  • Wooden spoon

Instructions

1 ✓

Boil 2 cups of water. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove bags.

Tip: Make a strong concentrate (more tea, less water) because the ice will dilute it later.
2 ✓

While the tea is hot, stir in the honey until dissolved.

Tip: Sugar crystals or thick honey dissolve instantly in hot liquid.
3 ✓

Wash and slice the peaches (keep skins on) and drop them into the warm tea. Let it cool to room temperature.

Tip: This steeping process allows the peaches to infuse their flavor into the tea and vice versa.
4 ✓

Add the remaining cold water and lemon juice. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Tip: Lemon juice not only adds flavor but acts as an antioxidant to prevent the peaches from browning.
5 ✓

Serve in glasses filled with ice and fresh mint.

Tip: Never skimp on ice! A small amount melts quickly and waters down the drink; a lot of ice chills it and melts slower.

Recipe FAQ

The peach flavor is weak.
Use very ripe, soft peaches, or make a quick syrup by pureeing them and boiling with honey before adding to the tea.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole Ripe Peaches
  • 3 bags Black Tea
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1/4 cup Honey (or Sugar)
  • 1/2 whole Lemon (juiced)
  • 1 bag Ice Cubes
  • 1 handful Mint