Southern Peach Iced Tea

A refreshing summer drink originating from the Southern United States, Southern Peach Iced Tea is a delightful combination of sweet tea, juicy peaches, and subtle spices.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 teabags black tea
• 2 cups peaches
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup ice
• peach slices
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• honey (optional)
• pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

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   Step 2: Remove the pot from the heat and add the black tea, allowing it to steep for 3-5 minutes.

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   Step 3: Strain the tea into a large pitcher and add the sugar, stirring until dissolved.

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   Step 4: Add the peach puree to the tea and stir well to combine.

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   Step 5: Chill the tea mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

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   Step 6: Once the tea has chilled, add the lemon juice and stir to combine.

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   Step 7: Taste the tea and adjust the sweetness by adding honey if desired.

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   Step 8: Fill glasses with ice and pour the peach tea over the ice.

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   Step 9: Garnish each glass with a slice of peach and a few fresh mint leaves.

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    Step 10: Serve immediately and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

For an extra burst of flavor, add a few slices of peach to the pitcher while the tea is steeping. For a more intense peach flavor, use peach syrup instead of peach puree. To make this recipe more robust, add a pinch of black pepper to the tea mixture.

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