Nutmeg Free Classic Peach Iced Tea
There is something undeniably refreshing about a tall glass of peach iced tea on a warm afternoon, and this homemade version delivers that sweet, fruity satisfaction in the most straightforward way. The real star is the fresh peach syrup — ripe peaches are simmered down with sugar and water until they soften and release all their natural sweetness, then strained into a silky, golden liquid that infuses every sip. Because everything here is made from scratch with whole, simple ingredients, you never have to second-guess what's actually in your glass. Many store-bought flavored teas and syrups sneak in unexpected spice blends, but this recipe keeps things clean and fruit-forward with nothing to worry about. Brewed black tea forms a bold, slightly tannic base that balances the peach syrup beautifully, so the drink feels layered rather than just sweet. A handful of ice, an optional sprig of fresh mint, and a few peach slices turn it into something that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all season long.
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4 servings
For the peach syrup
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and roughly chopped
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the tea
- 4 black tea bags
- 6 cup water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- peach slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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