Name: Peach Iced Tea Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 1 family size tea bag; 1 cup water; 3/4 cup sugar; 3/4 cup honey; 2 cups frozen peaches, thawed and pureed (or fresh peaches, peeled and sliced); 2 cups frozen peaches (Do not thaw. If using fresh peaches, slice, freeze on parchment lined pan); Ice cubes as needed

There’s nothing quite like the refreshing sip of sweet, fruity tea on a warm day. This Peach Iced Tea Recipe brings that perfect balance of juicy peaches and smooth black tea you didn’t know you needed, and it’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

Four tall clear glasses filled with amber-colored iced tea and ice cubes are arranged on a white marbled surface. Each glass contains a bright orange-yellow peach slice visible near the middle, and a fresh green mint sprig on top. Two of the glasses have black and white striped straws while one has a plain black straw. Round whole peaches and fresh green mint leaves are scattered around the glasses, adding a fresh and natural feel. In the background, a large clear pitcher also filled with iced tea, ice, and peach slices is slightly blurred. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 2:3 --v 7

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredients & Why They Work
Make It Your Way
Step-by-Step: How I Make Peach Iced Tea Recipe
Top Tip
How to Serve Peach Iced Tea Recipe
Make Ahead and Storage
Frequently Asked Questions:
Final Thoughts
Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Why You'll Love This Recipe

I’ve tried plenty of fruity iced teas, but this Peach Iced Tea Recipe stands out because it hits that perfect note of natural sweetness without being cloying. It’s the kind of drink you want to make a pitcher of and sip all afternoon long.

Fresh and Fruity Flavor: The pureed peaches create a syrup that tastes like ripe summer sunshine in a glass.
Customizable Sweetness: You control just how sweet your tea gets by adjusting the peach syrup—no overly sugary stuff here!
Easy to Prep: With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you'll have a crowd-pleaser ready in less than 20 minutes.
Uses Frozen or Fresh Peaches: I love that this recipe works with frozen peaches too, making it available year-round.

A clear glass pitcher filled with iced peach tea, showing large ice cubes and several bright orange-yellow peach slices floating and submerged inside the amber-colored liquid. Next to the pitcher is a tall white glass also filled with the same iced peach tea and peach slices. Around the pitcher and glass are whole peaches and peach halves placed on a white marbled surface, adding warm red and orange tones to the scene. The pitcher handle is clear and curved, with condensation drops visible on the outside, giving a fresh look. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 2:3 --v 7

Ingredients & Why They Work

Getting the flavors right in this Peach Iced Tea Recipe is all about the balance between the tea, the peach syrup, and the natural sweetness from honey and sugar. I like to use frozen peaches when fresh aren't available because they make a perfectly sweet syrup without extra fuss.

Flat lay of fresh sliced peaches glistening with juice, a small mound of golden honey glistening under the light, sparkling granulated sugar crystals, a glass of amber-colored brewed tea, smooth pureed peach puree in a small drizzle, a family size tea bag with loose tea leaves spilling slightly, and droplets of water adding freshness, all beautifully arranged and placed on a white marble surface, photo taken with an iphone --ar 2:3 --v 7

Water: Uses separately for brewing tea and making the syrup, ensuring the perfect consistency and flavor.
Family size tea bag: Black tea gives that nice robust tea base that holds up well against the peaches' sweetness.
Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps preserve the syrup’s flavor.
Honey: Adds complexity and natural sweetness to the syrup; I find it keeps the syrup from being too one-dimensional.
Frozen peaches (for syrup): Pureed to infuse the syrup with authentic peach flavor; if you have fresh peaches, peel and slice them for a brighter taste.
Frozen peaches (for serving): Using frozen peaches in the glass chills the tea and keeps it fruity without diluting your drink with melting ice.

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Note: You'll find the complete list of ingredients, along with their exact measurements, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Make It Your Way

One of my favorite things about this Peach Iced Tea Recipe is how easy it is to tweak to your taste or dietary needs. Whether you want it less sweet or prefer a splash of something bubbly, it’s a flexible base.

Variation: Sometimes I swap out half the black tea with green tea for a lighter, earthier flavor—all still pairs beautifully with those peachy notes.
Dietary tweak: If you want it vegan, just replace honey with more sugar or maple syrup, and no one will notice the difference.
Seasonal twist: Adding fresh mint or a splash of lemon juice can brighten the tea further, especially on hotter days.

Step-by-Step: How I Make Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Step 1: Brew the Perfect Tea

Start by bringing 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove it from heat and steep your family size tea bag for 5 minutes. This timing is key—any longer, and it can get bitter, any shorter, and you lose flavor. Pour your brewed tea into a large pitcher and set aside while you prepare the syrup.

Step 2: Make the Peach Syrup

In a saucepan, combine sugar, honey, and 1 cup of water. Heat it up to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, stir in 2 cups of pureed peaches. Keep it at a low boil briefly—this helps marry those sweet flavors without cooking away the freshness. Once done, remove from heat and cool slightly.

Step 3: Strain the Syrup

Pour your peach syrup through a mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the peach pulp to squeeze out every bit of juice. Discard the pulp; you want pure, smooth syrup that blends perfectly with your tea.

Step 4: Combine and Sweeten to Taste

Add the peach syrup back to your tea pitcher. I start with about 1 cup of syrup to 4 cups of tea, tasting as I go until it’s just right—usually between 1 to 2 cups total, depending on your sweetness preference. Remember, it’s easy to add more, so start slow!

Step 5: Serve with Frozen Peaches & Ice

Divide some frozen peaches between serving glasses—this chills your tea as it melts and keeps that fresh peach vibe going. Fill glasses with ice, pour your peach tea over which gives you a perfectly refreshing drink to sip and savor.

Top Tip

After making this Peach Iced Tea Recipe a few times, I realized a couple of key tricks make all the difference between good and great. Here’s what I learned that you’ll want to know too!

Tea Steeping Time: Stick precisely to 5 minutes when steeping your tea to avoid bitterness; I over-steeped once and it was tough to rescue.
Use Frozen Peaches for Serving: Using frozen peaches in place of ice cubes keeps the flavor intense without watering down your tea as they melt.
Make Syrup Ahead: The peach syrup can be prepped a day or two in advance and stored in the fridge, making assembly effortless on busy days.
Adjust Sweetness Gradually: I always add syrup little by little while tasting, so I avoid over-sweetening. You can’t take sweetness out once it’s in!

How to Serve Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Garnishes

I love adding a sprig of fresh mint or a thin slice of lemon on the rim of the glass for a little visual pop and an extra hint of freshness. It turns the everyday glass into something a bit special.

Side Dishes

This peach iced tea pairs wonderfully with light summer treats like grilled chicken sandwiches, fresh garden salads, or even a plate of buttery shortbread cookies for a sweet finish.

Creative Ways to Present

For summer parties, I love serving this tea in mason jars with striped paper straws and floating peach slices for an Instagram-worthy presentation that’s sure to impress your guests.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

You can keep any leftover peach tea in the fridge for up to 3 days in a sealed container. Just give it a quick stir before serving since the syrup can settle a bit at the bottom.

Freezing

I’ve never frozen the prepared tea itself, but freezing the peach syrup separately works well if you want to have it on hand to whip up fresh tea anytime you like.

Reheating

This tea is meant to be served cold, so reheating doesn’t really apply—but if you want a warm peach tea, just brew fresh tea and warm it up gently before stirring in some chilled peach syrup.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use fresh peaches instead of frozen?

Absolutely! Peel and slice fresh peaches, then puree them for the syrup. You can even freeze fresh peach slices for serving if desired.

How long will the Peach Iced Tea last in the fridge?

Stored in an airtight container, the tea will keep fresh for up to 3 days. The syrup may separate, so give it a quick stir before pouring.

Can I make the peach syrup ahead of time?

Yes, making the peach syrup a day or two in advance saves time and allows the flavors to deepen. Just store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

What kind of tea works best for this Peach Iced Tea Recipe?

A strong black tea like English Breakfast or Assam works best since it stands up nicely to the peach syrup’s sweetness and flavor.

Final Thoughts

This Peach Iced Tea Recipe quickly became a favorite in my household because it’s refreshing, simple, and just downright delicious. Pour yourself a tall glass, add a little ice, and take a moment to enjoy that perfect peachy goodness—it’s the kind of treat that feels like a mini vacation in a cup. I think once you try it, you’ll be making this one all summer long too!