Teresa's Recipes
Refreshing Peach Mint Iced Tea
Introducing the refreshing Peach Mint Iced Tea, a perfect companion for hot summer days. Imagine the fresh sweetness of ripe peaches combined with the cool kiss of mint, delicately infused in a robust black tea. This iced tea is not just a drink—it's a moment of relief from the summer heat, a personal retreat in a glass.
Ingredients
- 2, thinly sliced Fresh peaches
- 1/2 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 4 Black tea bags
- 4 cups Boiling water
- 1/4 cup, or to taste Honey
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4, for garnish Fresh mint sprigs
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Beverage
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Steep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 23g
Instructions
- Start by thinly slicing the fresh peaches. In a large pitcher, combine the peach slices and fresh mint leaves.
- Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently crush the peaches and mint to release their flavors.
- Add the black tea bags to the pitcher, then pour in the boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for about 5 minutes.
- After the tea has steeped, remove and discard the tea bags.
- Stir in the honey, making sure it fully dissolves into the hot tea.
- Add the ice cubes to the pitcher, stirring until the tea is chilled.
- Serve the peach mint iced tea in glasses filled with additional ice, if desired. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig.
- Enjoy this refreshing drink immediately, savouring the harmonious blend of sweet peaches, refreshing mint, and robust black tea.
Tips
- For a stronger mint flavor, add more mint leaves.
- You can replace fresh peaches with canned peaches in off-season.
- For a variation, try using green tea bags instead of black.