Description
A refreshing take on classic Southern sweet tea infused with ripe peaches for a delightful summer beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of water
- 4 tea bags (black tea)
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup of sugar (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the water in a medium saucepan until rolling.
- Steep the tea bags in boiling water for 5-7 minutes.
- Add sugar while the tea is still warm and stir until dissolved.
- Infuse the sliced peaches into the warm tea for 10-15 minutes.
- Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Notes
Experiment with different teas or add other fruits for variations. For less sweetness, reduce sugar and increase peach slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peach Tea, Southern Beverage, Refreshing Drink, Summer Drink, Sweet Tea