Description
The Peach Basil Iced Tea Mocktail is a refreshing and flavorful drink combining the sweetness of ripe peaches, the herbal notes of fresh basil, and crisp iced tea. It’s a delightful non-alcoholic beverage perfect for hot days and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 cups brewed and chilled black or green tea (or your favorite herbal tea)
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional, depending on sweetness preference)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Extra basil leaves and peach slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the sliced peaches and fresh basil leaves. Add 1/2 cup of water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until the peaches soften and the basil releases its aroma. Mash the mixture to release more juice, then strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids. Set the peach basil syrup aside to cool.
- If you want a sweeter mocktail, add honey or sugar to the brewed tea while it’s still warm, stirring to dissolve. Let the tea cool completely or refrigerate it to speed up the process.
- In a large pitcher, combine the chilled tea, peach basil syrup, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the peach basil iced tea mocktail over the ice. Garnish with extra basil leaves and peach slices for a beautiful and fragrant touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing, non-alcoholic mocktail!
Notes
- For a minty twist, substitute basil with fresh mint leaves.
- Add sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy version of this mocktail.
- Use herbal teas like chamomile or rooibos for a caffeine-free option.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or jalapeño slice to the peach basil syrup for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Simmering, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
