Ice tea is the perfect drink to drink during the hot summer months. This change in peach ice tea is good for you and is refreshing. So let the kids relax in the backyard, make yourself a big sweet tea and spend a few minutes relaxing on the patio!
Lavender: A cute little flower with a million use
I can’t say enough good things about lavender. This is one of my favorite herbs and is definitely a staple here. People have been using it for hundreds of years and it is known for its relaxed and soothing quality. It also adds a lovely floral scent to the peach tea recipe.
As long as the soil is well drained, lavender plants are very durable in many climates and grow in many climates. This is a great choice for driving the road into the house. This way you can smell it while walking and the windows are open.
The best part about lavender is that it is more than just a beautiful plant. I use it around the house in a million different ways, whether it’s essential oils or hay. See this post for tips on how to grow and harvest lavender (plus a running list of the methods I use).
Refreshing Lavender Peach Ice Tea: How to Make
Most teas, such as green tea and black tea bags, are made from the leaves of tea shrubs. However, herbal tea uses various other herbs such as mint, raspberry leaves and lavender.
Making iced tea from lavender has never happened before, but when I came across a delicious lavender tea recipe, I knew I had to give it a try. After a while and after a mistake, I now have my new favorite summer drink!
And since it is a herb, it means there is no caffeine. Plus, my kids love it. Most peach iced tea recipes use fresh peaches (or even canned peaches) and granulated sugar to produce peach syrup. This recipe instead uses honey for sweeteners. All you have to do is pour ripe peaches and honey to pour brewed tea made of lavender flowers. After soaking for a while, you can add more water. It’s really simpler!
You can remove peaches or leave them in peach-flavored tea. The peach cubes are delicious too – pink with a hint of lavender.
This is used with really ripe peaches and needs to be used quickly. Just cut off the attractions that haven’t been that long and use the rest! You can also use thawed frozen peaches. Sweet peach tea and a light lavender flavor are a refreshing drink during peach season. You can also add some sliced peaches as a garnish.
Lavender Peach Ice Tea Recipe
Herbal tea made with lavender, infused with peaches and sweetened gently with honey.
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In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
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Add lavender flowers to boiling water and soak for 5 minutes, then cover. Filter lavender.
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Place the diced peaches on the bottom of a half gallon mason jar or pitcher and drizzle the honey on top (if used).
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Pour the nervous lavender tea over the peaches and mix slightly.
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The mixture was allowed to cool to room temperature for about an hour.
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Add the remaining 4 cups of water to the peaches and tea and refrigerate until cold.
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Serve on ice and enjoy!
Nutritional facts
Lavender Peach Ice Tea Recipe
Size per serving (1 cup)
Calories 95
Fat 2 Calories 2
Daily Value %*
Fat 0.2g0%
Saturated fat 0.01g0%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated fat 0.04 g
sodium 21mg1%
Potassium 91mg3%
carbohydrate 25g8%
Fiber Optic 1G4%
23 grams of sugar26%
protein 1G2%
Vitamin A. 231iu5%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
calcium 23mg2%
iron 0.4mg2%
*Percent daily value is based on a 2000 calorie diet.
- You can place the peaches in the tea to make a stronger peach-flavored tea or remove it before adding the remaining water.
- If lavender is too strong for your taste, reduce 1 tablespoon of lavender flowers and place 1 tablespoon of chamomile tea in its place.
notes: Since Peach has been on the dirty dozen list of the Environmental Working Group, I tried to buy organic. No matter where your peach comes from, it’s best to wash it before using the product.
Lavender Peach Tea Recipe Changes
Although I like this tea, sometimes I like to switch with it. Here are some tips to try:
- Peach Boost: Mix the peaches together, or cook them with lavender to make them more flavorful.
- Sweet Swap: If preferred, use maple syrup or vanilla splash instead of honey.
- Fresh twist: Add fresh mint or squeeze lemon to make it brighter.
Other refreshing summer drink recipes
Try to more? Here are some more refreshing summer drinks that can moisten your texture!
Are you a person with iced tea? What is your favorite summer tea combo? Leave a comment and let us know!
