Peachy Mint Tea Delight
This Peachy Mint Tea Delight is a refreshing and flavorful iced tea with the sweetness of fresh peaches and the crispness of mint. The peach syrup adds a delightful fruity twist to the classic iced tea, making it a perfect summer drink to enjoy on a hot day. Whether you prefer a strong, medium, or weak tea, this recipe gives you the flexibility to customize your drink just the way you like it.
Peachy Mint Tea Delight
A refreshing iced tea with fresh peaches and mint, perfect for a summer day.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 fresh peach, chopped (don't peel)
- 2 tea bags (black tea)
- 2 cups hot water
- Fresh sliced peaches
- Fresh mint or basil
- Ice
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and chopped peaches.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then lightly smash the peaches with a fork. Cover, remove from heat, and let it steep for 30 minutes.
- Steep the tea bags in 2 cups of very hot water for 5-6 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard them.
- Decide the strength of the tea - dilute with cold water and ice as desired.
- After 30 minutes, strain the peaches to use as a clear peach syrup (or keep the peaches in if preferred).
- Pour the tea over ice and add the peach syrup to taste. Add fresh sliced peaches and mint for garnish.