Learn how to make a refreshing Peach Iced Tea with fresh peach syrup. This recipe is perfect for summer and celebrates the sweet flavor of ripe peaches.
Author:Leo Hartwell
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Beverage
Method:Brewing and Syrup Making
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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4 cups water
1 cup fresh peach slices
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 bags black tea
Ice cubes
Fresh peach slices for garnish
Instructions
Combine water, peach slices, and sugar in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let steep for another 10 minutes.
Strain the syrup, discarding the solids.
Brew four bags of black tea in 4 cups of hot water.
Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
Stir the peach syrup and lemon juice into the brewed tea.
Chill the tea thoroughly.
Serve over ice with fresh peach slices for garnish.