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Peach Tea - Sweetened or Unsweetened

Peach Tea is the quintessential end of summer, drink! This Peach Iced Tea is super easy and special because the sun does all of the work for you! This tea can be made into a sweet tea, or just enjoy it unsweetened!

Prep Time
5 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
6 hrs
Servings: 2 quarts
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts water
  • 4 black tea bags
Optional
  • 3-4 Tbsp honey
or
  • 3-4 Tbsp simple syrup recipe below
  • 1-2 peaches sliced

Instructions

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  1. Place water in a glass jar or beverage container.
  2. Add tea bags.
  3. Wash and slice peaches. Add to container.
  4. Place container in the sun for 3-4 hours until tea is your desired strength.
  5. Once tea is done, remove peach slices and tea bag. Sweeten if desired to your desired sweetness.
How to make simple syrup
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  1. Add one cup sugar to one cup water in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring to a low boil, stirring constantly until sugar is entirely melted.
  3. Add to a canning jar. Store in refrigerator.

Notes

  • Use either honey or simple syrup to sweeten tea, if desired, not both.
  • If you are in a hurry, you can make traditional tea by boiling the water and adding to the tea bags and peaches. Steep to your desired strength. Cool and enjoy.
  • Peaches can be peeled if desired but this step is not necessary.
  • Store leftovers in refrigerator. Drink within 2-3 days for best flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1qt Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 66mg (3%) Potassium 178mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 54g (108%) Vitamin A 245IU (5%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 39mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2quarts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Serving 1qt
Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 66mg 3%
Potassium 178mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 54g 108%
Vitamin A 245IU 5%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 39mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.