
There is something deeply satisfying about a tall glass of peach iced tea made entirely from scratch, and this version delivers that sweet, fruity refreshment without a single shortcut. Many store-bought flavored teas and drink mixes sneak in unexpected additives, so brewing your own gives you complete control over every ingredient that goes into the pitcher. The homemade peach syrup is the real star here — ripe peaches are simmered down with sugar and water until they practically melt, then strained into a silky, fragrant concentrate that infuses the whole drink with genuine fruit flavor. It layers beautifully into strong-brewed black tea, creating that perfect balance of bold and sweet. Served over ice with optional peach slices and fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes. This is the kind of drink you make once and then find yourself making every single weekend for the rest of summer.
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Combine the chopped peaches, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the peaches soften and begin to break down, about 8–10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the peach mixture cool for 5 minutes, then press it through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl or measuring cup, pressing the solids firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much syrup as possible. Discard the solids.
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