Does anything say summer more than fresh peach juice running down your fingers as you bite into a ripe piece of fruit? How about a cold glass filled to the brim with iced tea? Put those two things together and you’ve got white peach iced tea, a drink perfectly matched for a hot summer’s day. (Psst, check out these secret tips for making iced tea like a true Southerner.)
Unlike yellow peaches, which mellow into a sweeter flavor as they ripen, white peaches taste sweet whether firm or soft. White peaches are also less acidic than the yellow varieties. These qualities make this fruit the ideal accompaniment to iced tea.
By the way, here’s how to make cold brew iced tea like a pro.
How to Make White Peach Iced Tea
This recipe comes from Taste of Home Field Editor AJ Lively in Texas. It’s simple, sweet and oh-so-delicious on a hot summer day. Keep reading to get the step-by-step instructions.
Note: Recipes submitted by our trusted contributors are created and tested in their kitchens.
Ingredients:
- 4 large fresh white peaches, washed and diced (leave the peels on)
- 5 cups water, divided, plus more to taste
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 family-size tea bags
Tools:
To prepare the iced tea:
- 2 large pans
- Potato masher
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Large measuring cup
- Large spoon
- Large pitcher with lid for storing
To serve the iced tea:
Step 1: Make the peach syrup
First, make a simple syrup. In a large pan, combine the peaches, 2 cups water and 2 cups sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cover. Continue to simmer until the peaches are soft, about 15-20 minutes.
Use a potato masher to mash the peaches. Continue simmering for about 10 minutes. Strain the peach mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup and set aside to cool. Discard the peach solids, or reuse them as a topping for pancakes or waffles.
Editor’s Tip: Watching your sugar intake? If your peaches are super ripe, you can reduce the amount of sugar to just 1-1/2 cups. Or, you can omit the sugar completely and make unsweetened white peach iced tea.
Step 2: Prep the tea
In another large pan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Place the tea bags into the water, turn off the heat and steep for 12 minutes. Discard the tea bags.
Step 3: Mix it together
Add the tea to a large pitcher. Stir in the peach syrup. Then, slowly add more water until the pitcher is full.
Editor’s Tip: To find the perfect amount of peachy sweetness, gradually add the water and taste the tea after each addition.
Step 4: Let it cool
Refrigerate the tea until cold. Serve over ice. If you like, garnish each glass with a few peach slices.
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This calorie and caffeine-free tea has a delightful rosy color.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
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I love an ice-cold beer on a hot summer day. I also love sweet tea, so one day I got the great idea to mix the two. Wow! It was absolutely delish. I experimented with different flavorings, and this combination was my favorite. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey
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I grow mint in the garden on my balcony. In this minty tea, I blend two of my favorite beverages—Moroccan mint tea and honeydew agua fresca. —Sarah Batt Throne, El Cerrito, California
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I like to garnish this iced tea with some of our sweet Hawaiian pineapple. —Beverly Toomey, Honolulu, Hawaii
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Sweet iced tea is a southern classic and this is a fabulous recipe for those tea lovers or for a party. The concentrate will make 20 servings. —Natalie Bremson, Plantation, Florida
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I have always loved iced tea with lemon, and this irresistible thirst-quencher takes it one step further. The lemonade gives this refreshing drink a nice color, too. —Gail Buss, New Bern, North Carolina
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One sip and you'll likely agree this is the best flavored tea you've ever tasted.—Christine Wilson, Sellersville, Pennsylvania
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A bumper crop of rhubarb and mint from my garden inspired me to create this thirst-quenching pick-me-up. Raspberries deepen the tea's vibrant red color, making the drinks a pretty addition to your table. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington
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I got this delicious tea recipe from a friend and make it about twice a week. It's such a refreshing drink. —Tammy Griffin, Frankston, Texas
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My family has been making iced tea this way ever since I was a child. When I recently prepared it for a church function, everyone liked it so much that they asked for the recipe. — Diane C Kirkpatrick, Terre Hill, Pennsylvania
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This colorful tea with its sweet spicy flavor is a great winter warmer-upper. The aroma is sure to bring guests to the table! —Kathy Traetow, Waverly, IowaMake It Your Own
If it’s not peach season, you can substitute in frozen peaches (no need to thaw) or even canned peaches. Just be sure to drain off the juices, first. You can also use yellow peaches or other stone fruits such as nectarines or apricots in this recipe.
Also, you can make your simple syrup with honey, rather than white sugar, for a more flavorful syrup.
What Types of Tea Are Best for Iced Tea?
When it comes to the best type of tea to use, the sky’s the limit. If you’re looking for a good black tea, which is the go-to for most iced teas, there’s nothing better than Lipton’s iced tea bags. Those who prefer decaf aren’t out of luck; Luzianne’s decaffeinated black iced tea bags are also a delicious choice.
This recipe would also be delicious when made with green tea, of which we love Rishi’s Mizudashi green tea, or your favorite floral tea flavor. We suggest Tazo’s iced passion herbal tea, for a fun and floral tea, but you can go with whichever is your favorite floral tea.
How Long Does White Peach Iced Tea Last?
This white peach iced tea is best when enjoyed within 3 days, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just be sure to give the tea a good stir before pouring.
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Our garden always gives us way more cucumbers and tomatoes than we know what to do with. But we’ve learned how to handle the unexpected with a surprise of our own. This is our pretty, fresh way to use up the bounty. —Anna Davis, Springfield, Missouri
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Welcome guests with the inviting aroma of this warm beverage. I served this spiced cider at a cookie exchange and received so many compliments. Everyone enjoyed the subtle peach flavor. —Rose Harman, Hays, Kansas
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Shrimp grilled with peaches and green onions really sets off fireworks! The spicy seasonings even helped me win a ribbon at a county fair. —Jen Smallwood, Portsmouth, Virginia
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I love ginger in any way, shape or form, so I always look for ways to include it in recipes, especially desserts. Peaches and ginger star in this mini pie that offers the right amount of sweetness and spice. —Rae Endicott, Branson, Missouri
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Here's an easy recipe you can feel good about. Blueberries and peaches are such a delightful flavor combination. —Sue Schmidtke, Oro Valley, Arizona
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