Refreshing Peach Bourbon Iced Tea

Ingredients

- 4 cups water
- 4 tea bags (black or green tea)
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup vodka

Instructions

1. Brew the Tea:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat, then add the tea bags. Let steep for about 5 minutes for a robust flavor.
- Discard the tea bags and set the tea aside to cool to room temperature.

2. Prepare Peach Syrup:
- In a separate small saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced peaches, sugar, and 1/2 cup of water.
- Stir occasionally, allowing the sugar to dissolve, and simmer for about 10 minutes until the peaches are soft and syrupy.
- Mash the peaches gently with a fork to release more flavor.

3. Infuse with Mint:
- Remove the peach syrup from the heat and stir in the mint leaves.
- Let it steep for another 5 minutes, then strain through a fine sieve, discarding solids.
- Allow the syrup to cool.

4. Combine Beverages:
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea with the peach-mint syrup.
- Add ice cubes, bourbon, and vodka. Stir well to blend flavors.

5. Serve:
- Pour into glasses filled with additional ice.
- Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of peach.
- Enjoy immediately, savoring the refreshing blend of tea and spirits.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Peach iced tea, bourbon cocktails, summer drinks, mint tea, peach beverages, refreshing cocktails, tea recipes, stove method, cooling drinks, mixed drink recipes

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 750 calories

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