Iced Peach Tea Lemonade Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade kid-friendly peach tea lemonade that rivals your favorite coffee shop version! This easy mocktail recipe combines sweet peach tea with tangy homemade lemonade for a refreshing alcohol-free summer drink that's perfect for parties, picnics, or any day that needs brightening.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

15 mins

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Serves:

4 mocktails

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Peach Tea:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">3 peach-flavored tea bags (or regular black tea bags)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">750ml boiling water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 fresh peach, sliced (or 125ml peach nectar)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Lemonade:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">250ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 6-8 lemons)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">500ml cold water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For Serving:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Plenty of ice cubes</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Lemon slices for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh peach slices for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh mint leaves (optional)</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Teapot or heat-resistant pitcher</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Citrus juicer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Tall glasses</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Colorful straws (optional)</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Make the peach tea by placing the tea bags in a heat-resistant pitcher and pouring boiling water over them. Let steep for 5-7 minutes (the longer you steep, the stronger the flavor, but be careful not to let it become bitter). Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey or agave syrup until completely dissolved.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Add the sliced fresh peach to the hot tea, gently pressing with a wooden spoon to release some juices. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled (at least 1 hour). The longer the peach infuses, the more pronounced the flavor will be.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>While the tea chills, prepare the lemonade by combining the lemon juice and sugar in a pitcher, stirring vigorously until the sugar dissolves. The friction from vigorous stirring helps break down the sugar crystals faster. Add cold water and continue stirring until well mixed.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Once the tea is chilled, strain it through a fine mesh strainer to remove the peach pieces. If using peach nectar instead of fresh peach, stir it into the cooled tea at this point.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>To serve the mocktail with a beautiful layered effect, fill glasses ¾ full with ice. Pour the peach tea until the glass is half full, then slowly pour the lemonade over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect. This technique allows the lemonade to gently flow over the tea without immediately mixing.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>For a blended version, combine equal parts of the peach tea and lemonade in a separate pitcher and stir gently. Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixed beverage over.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Garnish each glass with fresh lemon slices, peach slices, and optional mint leaves. For an extra special touch, freeze small pieces of peach in ice cubes ahead of time to use in the drinks. Serve immediately with colorful straws for the complete kid-approved experience!</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Kid-Friendly Copycat Iced Peach Tea Lemonade Recipe?

This refreshing mocktail combines peach tea (made with tea bags, honey, and fresh peaches), homemade lemonade (using fresh lemons, sugar and water), plenty of ice, and garnishes of lemon slices, peach slices and optional mint leaves.

How to make Kid-Friendly Copycat Iced Peach Tea Lemonade Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Kid-Friendly Copycat Iced Peach Tea Lemonade by brewing peach tea with honey, infusing it with fresh peaches, preparing homemade lemonade with fresh lemon juice and sugar, chilling both components, and then combining them in a glass with ice to create a beautiful layered effect. Garnish with fruit slices for a professional coffee-shop worthy presentation.

Can I make this peach tea lemonade in advance for a party?

Absolutely! Prepare both the peach tea and lemonade components up to 2 days ahead and store separately in the refrigerator. Combine just before serving to maintain the refreshing flavour and create that beautiful layered effect. For best results, add fresh garnishes at serving time.

What's the best way to create the perfect layered effect in this mocktail?

For a stunning layered effect, fill glasses with ice first, pour in the peach tea, then slowly add the lemonade by pouring it over the back of a spoon. The difference in density allows the drinks to stay partially separated, creating that beautiful gradient from amber to yellow.

How can I make this refreshing peach drink more suitable for adults?

Transform this family-friendly mocktail into an adult beverage by adding 30ml of bourbon, white rum or peach schnapps per serving. For a more sophisticated non-alcoholic version, add a splash of sparkling water or include a sprig of rosemary or basil for complex herbal notes.

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