Peach Iced Tea Mocktail Recipe (Southern Summer Drink) 🍑🧊

This refreshing Peach Iced Tea Mocktail is a delightful blend of sweet peaches and aromatic tea, perfect for cooling off during hot Southern summers. With its vibrant colors and fruity flavors, it’s a non-alcoholic drink that offers a taste of summer in every sip.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings 4 servings

Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients

4 cups water for brewing tea
4 bags black tea preferably Southern-style
1 cup fresh peaches peeled and diced
1/2 cup peach nectar for added sweetness
1/4 cup honey adjust sweetness to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for brightness
1 cup sparkling water for fizz
1 teaspoon fresh mint leaves for garnish
ice cubes for serving

Instructions

In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and steep 4 black tea bags for 10 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in 1/4 cup of honey until dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
In a blender, combine the diced fresh peaches and peach nectar. Blend until smooth and strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp.
In a pitcher, combine the cooled tea, strained peach puree, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the peach tea mixture until each glass is about 3/4 full, then top with sparkling water.
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a slice of peach for decoration. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Tip 1: For a stronger peach flavor, add more peach nectar or puree.
Tip 2: This mocktail can be made ahead; simply store the tea mixture in the refrigerator and add sparkling water just before serving.
Variation: Try adding a splash of ginger ale for a spicy twist!