Citric Acid Free Classic Peach Iced Tea

There is something deeply satisfying about a tall glass of peach iced tea made entirely from scratch, and this version delivers that sweet, floral flavor without any of the shortcuts that can sneak in unwanted additives. For anyone avoiding citric acid, store-bought teas and flavored syrups are a minefield — they're commonly used as a preservative or flavor enhancer in commercial beverages, often without much fanfare on the label. Here, the sweetness and fruitiness come entirely from real ripe peaches simmered down into a gorgeous homemade syrup, so you know exactly what's in every sip. The syrup-making process is simple but genuinely rewarding: the peaches soften and break down into something almost jammy before being strained into a silky, golden liquid that stirs beautifully into the brewed black tea. The result is a pitcher of iced tea that tastes bright and naturally peachy — not artificially sweet — and looks stunning with a few fresh peach slices and mint floating on top. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep in the fridge all summer long.

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