Peach Basil Iced Tea
Peach Basil Iced Tea is your go-to summer drink, combining the sweet juiciness of ripe peaches with the aromatic freshness of basil. This refreshing beverage is easy to make and perfect for warm days, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon on the porch. Each sip transports you to sunny moments filled with laughter and good company, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 58 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups filtered water
- 3 black tea bags
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Brew the tea: Boil 4 cups of water, then steep the black tea bags for 5 minutes. Remove bags and let cool.
- Sweeten: Stir in honey or sugar while the tea is warm until dissolved.
- Blend peaches: In a blender, combine sliced peaches with 1 cup of cold water and puree. Strain into a pitcher.
- Mix: Add brewed tea to peach puree and stir in fresh basil leaves.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving over ice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Frozen peaches can be used if fresh ones are unavailable—just adjust sweetness accordingly. For added zing, consider incorporating lemon juice or experimenting with mint leaves.