Peach Raspberry Iced Tea Recipe

Introduction

Peach Raspberry Iced Tea is a refreshing and fruity beverage perfect for warm days. Combining the natural sweetness of peaches and raspberries with the bold flavors of black tea, this iced tea offers a vibrant, thirst-quenching treat anyone can enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water (for syrup)
• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup raspberries
• 3 large peaches (peeled and sliced)
• 1 cup water (for blending)
• 4 cups water (for tea and mixing)
• 3 Perfect Peach Bigelow Tea Bags
• 3 Red Raspberry Bigelow Tea Bags
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• Lemon wedges (for garnish)
• Raspberries (for garnish)
• Sliced peaches (for garnish)
• Mint (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 1 cup water and honey in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly until honey dissolves. Remove from heat and let the simple syrup cool.
2. Step 2: Bring 1 cup water to a boil in another saucepan. Remove from heat and steep the 3 Perfect Peach and 3 Red Raspberry tea bags together for 10-12 minutes, covered. Remove tea bags and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a food processor or blender, puree the peeled and sliced peaches with 1 cup raspberries and 1 cup water until smooth.
4. Step 4: Strain the peach and raspberry puree through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
5. Step 5: In a large pitcher, combine the cooled simple syrup, steeped tea, remaining 3 cups water, lemon juice, and strained puree. Stir well to blend all flavors.
6. Step 6: Add sliced peaches, whole raspberries, lemon wedges, and mint to the pitcher for garnish and extra flavor.
7. Step 7: Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.

Tips & Variations

• For a lighter tea, adjust the amount of honey or omit the syrup and add extra water to taste.
• Use fresh or frozen raspberries and peaches depending on the season.
• Add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy version of this iced tea.
• Swap lemon juice for lime juice for a slightly different citrus twist.

Storage

Store the iced tea in a covered pitcher or container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving. If iced tea thickens or separates after refrigeration, just give it a good mix. For best flavor, garnish with fresh fruit and mint just before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this iced tea sweeter or less sweet?

Absolutely. Adjust the amount of honey in the simple syrup to suit your taste. You can also skip the syrup and add sweetener gradually until the desired sweetness is reached.

Can I use iced tea bags instead of steeping hot tea?

While iced tea bags are designed for cold brewing, steeping the tea bags in hot water as directed helps extract more flavor and better infuses the peach and raspberry essence in this recipe.

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A refreshing and fruity Peach Raspberry Iced Tea combining the natural sweetness of peaches and raspberries with a homemade honey syrup and perfectly brewed tea bags. This iced tea is brightened with a splash of lemon juice and garnished with fresh fruit and mint, making it a perfect cooling beverage for warm days.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: About 8 servings 1x
• Category: Beverage
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Simple Syrup

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup honey

Fruit Puree

• 3 large peaches, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup water

Tea

• 4 cups water
• 3 Perfect Peach Bigelow Tea Bags
• 3 Red Raspberry Bigelow Tea Bags

Additional Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Lemon wedges, for garnish
• Raspberries, for garnish
• Sliced peaches, for garnish
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup honey. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the honey dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool completely. If omitting this syrup, consider adding an extra cup of water to the final mixture depending on your taste preference.
2. Steep the Tea: In another saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the 3 Perfect Peach and 3 Red Raspberry Bigelow tea bags. Cover and steep for 10-12 minutes. Remove tea bags and set steeped tea aside.
3. Prepare the Fruit Puree: Using a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with 1 cup raspberries and 1 cup water. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain the Puree: Pour the blended fruit mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds, ensuring a smooth consistency.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix together the cooled honey syrup, steeped tea, remaining 3 cups of water, lemon juice, and the strained peach raspberry puree. Stir well to combine.
6. Add Garnishes: Add sliced peaches, additional raspberries, lemon wedges, and fresh mint leaves to the pitcher according to your preference for added flavor and presentation.
7. Chill: Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and the iced tea to cool thoroughly.

Notes

• The simple syrup can be adjusted in sweetness to your taste or omitted; if omitted, add extra water to balance flavors.
• For a slightly stronger tea flavor, steep the tea bags a bit longer but be mindful not to over-steep to avoid bitterness.
• Use ripe, fragrant peaches for the best flavor.
• Straining the fruit puree removes seeds for a smooth texture but can be skipped if preferred more rustic.
• Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint and lemon for a beautiful presentation.

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