Peach Iced Tea

Name: Peach Iced Tea
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 2 peaches (ripe); 1 packet of black tea; 250 ml of water; 1 tbsp of honey; ice cubes; leaves of mint (for garnish)

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This iced tea is a strongly brewed black tea, sweetened and then mixed with diced peaches. 🍑 It should be served over plenty of ice and keeps for 3 days in the fridge.

Total time: 10 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: –
Rest: 2 h
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.80

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 6

servings

Estimated cost €0.80

Equipment

Saucepanor kettle
Kitchen knife
Pitcher
Cutting board
Spoon
Glassor cup

Instructions

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Bring the water to a boil and steep the tea bag for . Remove the bag and let the tea cool.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

70kcal

Protein1 g5%
Carbs18 g95%
Fat0 g0%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🍑 For an even fruitier iced tea, blend the peaches before adding them to the tea! It gives a nice texture and a more intense flavor. 🧊✨

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Not recommended as is, to preserve its flavor and texture.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps for 2-3 days max in an airtight bottle in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Can be made a day ahead. Store chilled in a closed bottle.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable, this drink is meant to be served cold.

Variations

Use nectarines instead of peaches.
Add a splash of lemon juice for a brighter note.
Replace the honey with agave syrup or sugar to taste.

Mistakes to avoid

Serving the tea while it is still hot: let it cool before mixing it with the peaches, then chill the pitcher.
Steeping too long: 5 minutes is enough, then remove the tea bag to avoid bitterness.
Choosing peaches that are not ripe enough: they add little aroma and sweetness.

Frequently asked questions

How long should you steep the tea for iced tea?

Bring the water to a boil, then steep the black tea bag for 5 minutes. Remove the bag and let the tea cool before mixing it with the diced peaches. A longer steep may make it bitter.

How do you make peach iced tea?

Peel and dice the peaches, then combine them in a pitcher with the cooled tea and the honey if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with ice cubes and mint leaves.

Does iced tea need to be sweetened?

The honey is optional: add a tablespoon if you would like a sweeter tea. Ripe peaches already bring natural sweetness, so taste before adding the honey.

Which peaches should you choose for iced tea?

Choose fully ripe, fragrant peaches: they flavor the tea and are easy to dice once peeled. This recipe uses two for 250 ml of tea.