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Peach and Bourbon Iced Tea

This refreshing beverage combines ripe peaches, strong black tea, and smooth bourbon to create a vibrant, slightly smoky drink. The process involves slicing and muddling fresh peaches, brewing and chilling black tea, then mixing everything together with sweetener and citrus for a balanced, visually appealing cocktail with a bubbly, juicy finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups black tea strongly brewed and cooled
  • 3 large ripe peaches pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup bourbon mellow and oaky
  • 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup, optional
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste ice plenty of for chilling
  • a few leaves mint optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Pitcher
  • Tea kettle
  • Strainer
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Brew a strong batch of black tea and let it cool to room temperature or refrigerate until chilled. Meanwhile, peel and pit the peaches, then slice them thinly, watching the soft flesh give way under your knife, releasing their sweet aroma.
  2. Place the sliced peaches in a large pitcher, gently muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their juices and aroma, creating a fragrant, slightly pulpy mixture.
  3. Pour the cooled black tea over the muddled peaches, then add honey or simple syrup, stirring gently to dissolve the sweetener and blend the flavors.
  4. Add the bourbon and a splash of fresh lemon juice to the pitcher, then stir well. The mixture should smell sweet, smoky, and citrusy, with a hint of peach.
  5. Fill glasses with plenty of ice, then pour the peach-bourbon tea mixture over the ice, allowing the drink to fizz slightly as the juice hits the cold liquid, creating a bubbly, refreshing appearance.
  6. Garnish each glass with a few mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the cool, fruity, smoky flavors with a vibrant, inviting look.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the bourbon and increase the tea or add fruit juice for richness. Adjust sweetness and citrus to taste. Prepare the tea and peach slices ahead of time for quicker assembly.