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Refreshing Southern-Style Blueberry Peach Sun Tea

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A simple, refreshing sun tea combining the sweetness of peaches and the tartness of blueberries, steeped slowly in the sun for a smooth, mellow summer drink.

Ingredients

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  • 6 black tea bags (Luzianne or Lipton preferred)
  • 2 medium fresh peaches, sliced thin
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, washed
  • 1 gallon (3.8 liters) filtered or spring water
  • ½ to ¾ cup sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 2–3 thin lemon slices (optional)
  • Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

  1. Wash peaches and blueberries thoroughly. Slice peaches about ¼ inch thick. Slice lemons thinly if using.
  2. Place sliced peaches, blueberries, and lemon slices into a large glass jar or pitcher.
  3. Nestle 6 black tea bags gently on top of the fruit without tearing or squeezing.
  4. Pour 1 gallon of filtered or spring water (room temperature or slightly warm) over the fruit and tea bags.
  5. Stir in ½ to ¾ cup sugar or honey gently until dissolved. Adjust sweetness as desired.
  6. Cover the jar loosely with a lid or cloth to keep out debris and bugs.
  7. Place the jar outside in direct sunlight for 3 to 5 hours, depending on sun strength and desired tea strength.
  8. After steeping, remove tea bags and fruit with a slotted spoon or strainer. Optionally leave some fruit in the tea.
  9. Refrigerate the tea until cold or serve immediately over plenty of ice. Garnish with fresh peach slices or mint if desired.

Notes

Use glass containers to avoid off-flavors and bacteria growth. Do not use boiling water to prevent bitterness. Stir sweetener while tea is warm; add honey after cooling to preserve floral notes. Cover jar loosely to keep out debris and insects. Steep 3-5 hours depending on sun strength to avoid bitterness. Fresh fruit preferred over frozen for best flavor and texture.

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Keywords: sun tea, blueberry peach tea, Southern tea, summer drink, iced tea, refreshing beverage, fruit tea

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