Iced Peach Green Tea - This iced peach green tea is bright, lightly floral, and refreshing with juicy peach flavor layered over clean green tea. The texture is crisp and cooling, with just enough honey sweetness to balance the tea’s gentle bitterness. Fresh peaches add a soft fruitiness that feels natural rather than syrupy, and a squeeze of lemon keeps the finish lively. It’s fast to prep, easy to batch, and perfect for a quick drink that still looks beautiful in a glass.

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Iced Peach Green Tea - This recipe works because it brews green tea to a clean strength, then cools it quickly so the flavor stays fresh instead of turning dull or bitter. Brewing with water just below boiling protects the tea’s delicate notes and reduces harshness, which matters when the tea is served cold. After testing, I found that muddling peaches with honey first pulls out juices and creates a quick fruit “base” that blends smoothly into the tea without needing a syrup. Lemon juice is added at the end to keep acidity bright and to balance sweetness without overpowering the tea. The method is straightforward but delivers professional results because you control bitterness, build fruit flavor naturally, and chill fast for a crisp, refreshing finish.

Dietary Notes

✓ Quick Batch Drink
✓ Naturally Fruity
✓ Make-Ahead Friendly
✓ Refreshing Summer Sipper

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Why You'll Love This

Clean, Bright Flavor: Properly brewed green tea stays smooth and refreshing when served cold.
Fast Fruit Infusion: Muddled peaches and honey build flavor without making a syrup.
Easy to Scale: Batch a pitcher in minutes for gatherings or meal prep drinks.
Customizable Sweetness: Adjust honey and lemon to match your peaches and taste.

Iced Peach Green Tea

👩‍🍳 Author: Chef Nour

⏰ Prep Time: 8min

❄️ Cool Time: 30

🔥 Cook Time: 5min

🥨 Yield: 4

🍞 Method: Simmering

🌾 Diet: Vegetarian

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restaurant Ingredients

4 cups water
4 green tea bags
2 cups fresh peaches, sliced
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 cups ice
4 fresh mint sprigs, optional

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water Heat the water just below boiling so the tea steeps smoothly without harsh bitterness. Cooler brewing preserves delicate aromatics, which is key for a crisp iced drink.
green tea bags Steep green tea briefly to avoid bitter, astringent flavors that become stronger once chilled. Remove the bags on time so the tea stays clean, light, and refreshing.
fresh peaches, sliced Use ripe peaches for maximum juicy flavor and natural sweetness; underripe fruit tastes flat in cold tea. Muddling helps release juices for a quick infusion without cooking.
honey Honey dissolves best when stirred into warm tea, creating a smooth sweetness that balances gentle tea bitterness. If your honey is thick, whisk it in vigorously so it emulsifies with the peach juices.
fresh lemon juice Lemon juice adds bright acidity that keeps the finish lively and prevents the drink from tasting overly sweet. Add it at the end so the citrus stays fresh and does not dominate the tea.
ice Use plenty of ice so the drink chills quickly and stays cold, which highlights the clean, crisp flavor. For less dilution, freeze peach slices and use them as flavorful ice cubes.
fresh mint sprigs, optional Mint adds a fresh aroma that makes the peach taste brighter and more refreshing. Clap the mint lightly before adding to release oils without bruising it into bitterness.

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Step 1: Heat the water to just below boiling until small bubbles form around the edges - slightly cooler water keeps green tea smooth and prevents bitter notes.
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Step 2: Steep the green tea bags for 2 to 3 minutes until the tea is pale golden, then remove - short steeping guarantees a clean, refreshing flavor when served iced.
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Step 3: Add sliced peaches and honey to a pitcher and muddle for 30 seconds until juicy - muddling pulls out fruit juices to build natural peach flavor without syrup.
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Step 4: Pour the warm tea into the pitcher and stir until the honey dissolves completely - dissolving while warm helps the drink stay smooth and evenly sweetened.
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Step 5: Chill the pitcher for 30 minutes until cold to the touch - rapid chilling locks in fresh tea aromatics and keeps the finish crisp.
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Step 6: Stir in lemon juice just before serving until the tea tastes bright - adding acid last keeps the flavor lively and balanced.
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Step 7: Fill glasses with ice, pour in the tea, and garnish with peach slices and mint - cold serving temperature highlights the drink’s clean, refreshing bite.

Nutrition Facts

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Calories 95

Protein 1g

Carbs 24g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 21g

Fat 0g

Sodium 10mg

Potassium N/A

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Serving Suggestions

Serve this tea in tall, clear glasses packed with fresh ice so the peach slices and golden color show. Add a few extra peach wedges and a small mint sprig for a simple garnish that feels intentional without extra work. This drink tastes best very cold, so chill the tea base before serving whenever possible, then finish with lemon right at the end for the brightest aroma. Pair it with light snacks, fruit-forward desserts, or salty appetizers for a clean, refreshing contrast.

How to Store?

Store the brewed tea base in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for the best fresh flavor. Keep peaches separate if you want the clearest tea; muddled fruit can be strained out before chilling to prevent cloudiness. Stir before serving, as natural peach juices may settle slightly. Freezing is not recommended because the tea can taste flat after thawing, but you can freeze peach slices for ice cubes that chill the drink without watering it down.

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