There’s just something so refreshing about a tall glass of peach iced tea.
It’s sweet, fruity, and perfect for sipping on a warm day—or really any time you’re craving a taste of summer.
While store-bought versions are convenient, there’s nothing quite like making your own from scratch.
You get to control the sweetness, use fresh ingredients, and enjoy that satisfying “I made this” moment.
Plus, it’s way easier to make than you might think! Let me show you how I whip up a batch of my favorite homemade peach iced tea.
Ingredients
This recipe makes about 6 servings of peach iced tea, perfect for sharing or storing in the fridge for a few days of sipping.
- 4 cups of water
- 4 black tea bags (or green tea, if you prefer a lighter taste)
- 3 ripe peaches (pitted and sliced, plus extra for garnish if you’d like)
- ½ cup of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup of water (for the peach syrup)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill your glasses)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
How to Make Peach Iced Tea
- Brew the tea: Start by boiling 4 cups of water in a medium-sized pot or kettle. Once boiling, remove it from the heat and steep the tea bags for about 5 minutes (longer if you like stronger tea). Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Make the peach syrup: In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, 1 cup of water, and ½ cup of sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the peaches start to break down (about 10–15 minutes).
- Blend and strain: Once the peaches have softened, use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp, leaving you with a smooth peach syrup. Let it cool.
- Combine the tea and syrup: In a large pitcher, mix the cooled tea and peach syrup together. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more syrup or sugar if needed.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour to let it chill. When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the peach tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh peach slices and mint leaves for a little extra flair.
Tips for the Best Peach Iced Tea
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor. If fresh peaches aren’t available, frozen ones work just as well.
- Adjust the sweetness to your taste—start with less sugar, then add more if needed. You can even use honey or a sugar substitute if you prefer.
- For a fun twist, try adding a splash of sparkling water to your glass right before serving for some fizz.
- Make it ahead! Peach iced tea tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge, so feel free to prepare it the night before.
- For an adult version, add a splash of bourbon or peach schnapps to your glass.
Peach Tea
Homemade peach iced tea is a simple, delicious way to elevate any day with a taste of summer.
It’s sweet, refreshing, and packed with fresh peach flavor that you just can’t get from store-bought tea.
Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or sipping it solo on the porch, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Once you try making this, you might never go back to the bottled stuff. Enjoy every sip!
Homemade Peach Iced Tea
This homemade peach iced tea is the perfect refreshing drink! Its both simple and easy for you to make.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of water
- 4 black tea bags (or green tea, if you prefer a lighter taste)
- 3 ripe peaches (pitted and sliced, plus extra for garnish if you’d like)
- ½ cup of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup of water (for the peach syrup)
- Ice cubes (enough to fill your glasses)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew the tea: Start by boiling 4 cups of water in a medium-sized pot or kettle. Once boiling, remove it from the heat and steep the tea bags for about 5 minutes (longer if you like stronger tea). Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Make the peach syrup: In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, 1 cup of water, and ½ cup of sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the peaches start to break down (about 10–15 minutes).
- Blend and strain: Once the peaches have softened, use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp, leaving you with a smooth peach syrup. Let it cool.
- Combine the tea and syrup: In a large pitcher, mix the cooled tea and peach syrup together. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more syrup or sugar if needed.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour to let it chill. When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the peach tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh peach slices and mint leaves for a little extra flair.
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Buckshot Roulette says
Such a simple yet delightful recipe! The natural peach sweetness makes this iced tea incredibly refreshing and a must-have for warm days.
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Snow Rider says
How can you resist the allure of a glass of homemade iced peach tea? This recipe is not only simple but also allows you to enjoy the fresh peach flavor to the fullest. Do you think that homemade peach tea will bring a better taste than bottled tea?
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You have to try with Thai peaches - Thank you for the great recipe
eaglercraft says
I like peach tea
Slither io says
Summer in a glass sounds divine, doesn't it? Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm suddenly picturing myself on a porch swing, glass in hand. A craving for something fruity and refreshing is hitting me hard, I must confess. Reminds me of that time I tried to make mango salsa, only to discover my mangoes were rock solid, a real Slither io of a kitchen mishap!