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Refreshing Peach Sweet Tea Recipe with Lemon Verbena and Raw Honey

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A simple and refreshing homemade summer drink combining ripe peaches, fresh lemon verbena, raw honey, and black tea for a perfectly balanced sweet tea with a subtle herbal twist.

Ingredients

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  • 4 black tea bags (English Breakfast or Assam recommended)
  • 3 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
  • About 10 fresh lemon verbena leaves (or substitute with lemon balm or fresh mint)
  • 1/3 cup raw honey (about 113 grams)
  • 6 cups filtered water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
  • Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

  1. Pour 6 cups (1.4 liters) of filtered water into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags and about 10 fresh lemon verbena leaves. Cover and steep for 5-7 minutes until the tea turns a rich amber color with a hint of green.
  3. Remove the tea bags and herb leaves, then stir in 1/3 cup (113 grams) of raw honey while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
  4. Peel and slice 3 medium ripe peaches into thin wedges.
  5. Transfer the sweetened tea into a large heatproof pitcher, add the peach slices, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
  6. Before serving, stir in 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of fresh lemon juice if desired.
  7. Serve over glasses filled with ice cubes, garnished with a peach slice or lemon verbena leaf.

Notes

Use ripe peaches for natural sweetness; frozen peaches thawed can be used as a substitute. Steep tea for 5-7 minutes to avoid bitterness. Stir honey into hot tea to dissolve fully. Chill tea with peaches for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Add ice to individual glasses to prevent dilution. Optional lemon juice adds brightness. For a dairy-free twist, add coconut milk instead of lemon juice. For caffeine-free, use rooibos tea bags.

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Keywords: peach sweet tea, lemon verbena tea, raw honey tea, summer drink, homemade iced tea, refreshing beverage, peach tea recipe

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