Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate summer cocktail that screams Southern hospitality! 🍑🍸 Our Southern Spiked Peach Iced Tea is not just a drink - it's a refreshing experience that will transport you to a lazy afternoon on a sun-drenched porch, where sweet tea and bourbon reign supreme. This sophisticated twist on classic iced tea combines the smooth warmth of bourbon with the luscious sweetness of ripe peaches, creating a cocktail that's both elegant and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to cool down on a sweltering day, this recipe is your ticket to Southern-style refreshment!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 tea bags
- 1 cup peach nectar
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- Ice cubes
- Peach slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Remove the boiling water from heat and steep 4 tea bags for 5-7 minutes, ensuring a strong tea base. Gently press and remove tea bags after steeping.
- Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer the cooled tea to a large pitcher and stir in 1 cup of peach nectar, mixing thoroughly to combine flavors.
- Add 1/2 cup of bourbon to the tea mixture, stirring gently to integrate the alcohol evenly.
- Refrigerate the tea mixture for at least 1 hour to chill and allow flavors to meld together.
- When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with fresh peach slices for an elegant Southern touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, boozy Southern-style iced tea.
Tips
- • For the best flavor, use high-quality bourbon and fresh tea bags • Let the tea cool completely before adding bourbon to preserve the alcohol's integrity • Steep tea bags for exactly 5-7 minutes to avoid bitterness • Use fresh peach slices as garnish for an extra touch of authenticity • Chill the pitcher for at least an hour to let flavors fully develop • For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the bourbon and add a splash of vanilla extract • Use filtered water for the cleanest, most crisp tea base • Serve in chilled glasses for an extra refreshing experience • Can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 57kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
