Amber's Down Home Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Escape to summer with Amber's Down Home Peach Iced Tea! This classic recipe delivers a sweet, refreshing peach explosion that's perfect for a hot day. Imagine the taste of juicy, ripe peaches perfectly blended with fragrant tea, creating a thirst-quenching delight that'll transport you to lazy summer afternoons. Elevate your iced tea experience with a sugared rim and a beautiful peach slice garnish – the perfect touch for a truly unforgettable treat. Make a pitcher today and savor the taste of summer!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 240.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amber's Down Home Peach Iced Tea

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How to Make Amber's Down Home Peach Iced Tea

  1. In a 3-quart stockpot, combine 6 tea bags, 8 cups of water, and 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  2. Brew over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Open one (29 ounce) can of sliced peaches. Carefully drain 1 cup of peach syrup into the stockpot.
  4. Add 3-5 peach slices to the pot.
  5. Set aside the remaining peach slices for garnish.
  6. Continue to brew the tea until it just begins to simmer (do not boil).
  7. Remove the stockpot from the heat.
  8. Carefully remove the tea bags, leaving the peach slices in the tea.
  9. Cover the pot and let the tea cool to room temperature.
  10. Pour the tea into a pitcher.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
  12. To serve: Dip the rim of a tall iced tea glass in peach syrup, then dip in granulated sugar. Add ice, pour in the chilled tea, and garnish with a peach slice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

243g

Fat

0g

Carbs

20g