Description
This Bellini Peach Raspberry Iced Tea is a refreshing and fruity twist on classic iced tea, combining juicy peaches, tart raspberries, and black tea with a touch of sparkling flair. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or a relaxing afternoon, this non-alcoholic version of the famous Bellini cocktail brings elegance and sweetness to every sip.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups water
- 3 black tea bags (or peach-flavored tea bags)
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup peach nectar (or peach juice)
- 1 cup sparkling water (or club soda)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Extra peach slices and raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions
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Brew the Tea:
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Add the tea bags and steep for 5–7 minutes for a strong flavor.
- Remove tea bags and let cool to room temperature.
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Prepare the Peach-Raspberry Mixture:
- In a blender, blend peaches, raspberries, honey (or syrup), and lemon juice until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp and seeds.
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Combine Everything:
- In a large pitcher, mix the cooled tea with the peach-raspberry purée and peach nectar.
- Stir well and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
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Serve:
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea mixture.
- Top each glass with sparkling water for a fizzy touch.
- Garnish with fresh peach slices, raspberries, and mint leaves.
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Enjoy!
- Serve immediately and enjoy this fruity, refreshing Bellini-inspired iced tea!
Notes
- For an alcoholic version, add 1 cup of prosecco or champagne instead of sparkling water.
- Make it extra peachy by using peach-flavored black tea or adding a splash of peach schnapps.
- Sweetness level: Adjust honey or syrup to taste based on your preference.
- For a frozen version, blend the mixture with ice for a peach raspberry iced tea slushie!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg