Fresh Peach Green Tea Lemonade
A refreshingly unique summer drink combining ripe peaches, mild green tea, and fresh lemon juice for a bright, sweet, and invigorating beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe peaches, sliced
- 3 green tea bags (mild variety like Sencha recommended)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 4 cups water (2 cups hot for steeping, 2 cups cold for diluting)
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Optional: handful of fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and slice 2 medium ripe peaches into thin wedges. Set aside.
- Bring 2 cups (16 fl oz) of water to about 175°F (80°C). Pour over 3 green tea bags in a heatproof pitcher and add the sliced peaches directly into the tea. Steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and discard. Leave peach slices in or remove some for serving, as preferred.
- Stir in 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2-3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup while the tea is still warm to dissolve the sweetener. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Add 2 cups (16 fl oz) cold water to dilute the concentrate, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice cubes, garnished with fresh mint leaves and a peach slice if desired.
Notes
Use slightly soft, fragrant peaches for best flavor. Avoid boiling water for steeping green tea to prevent bitterness; aim for about 175°F (80°C). Fresh lemon juice is essential for brightness. Chill at least 1 hour for best flavor melding. For a sparkling version, replace cold water with sparkling water before serving. Store in refrigerator up to 2 days; remove peach slices before storing to keep them fresh longer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 fl oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
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