sun-kissed Summer peach tea

Ahhhhhhh . . . sun-kissed Summer peach tea.

If you enjoy sweet tea, then you'll love it sweetened with peaches!

I have a mild obsession with all things related to the South!

I love that so much of their culture is steeped in tradition . . . 

           . . . and enjoying Sweet Tea is one of them.

From what I hear, Sweet Tea is a big thing down there.  It's a staple in everyone's refrigerator for when friends and family stop by for a visit. 

                       Adding sliced lemons and oranges is also quite common.

Although I enjoy a glass of Sweet Tea with traditional garnishes too, adding peach simple syrup and sliced peaches is so so good. 

With gorgeous ripe peaches in season, 

I hope you treat yourself to this delightful Summer drink!

Sweet Tea

3 quarts cold water

4 pitcher-size cold brew tea bags

Peach Simple Syrup, recipe follows

peach slices, for garnish

Mint sprigs, for garnish

Directions for Sweet Tea

Bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat, pour into a pitcher, and steep the tea bags about 5 minutes. Mix the Peach Simply Syrup into the iced tea. Mix well.

Pour the drink mix over ice cubes in a glass. 

Garnish with slices of peaches, and a sprig of mint.

Peach Simple Syrup

1 cup water

3/4 cup sugar

3 peaches, pitted and sliced

Directions for Peach Simple Syrup

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil and add sugar and peaches. Stir to combine.

Remove from heat and let cool completely.

When the syrup is cooled, line a strainer with a paper towel 

(this will help catch all the peach fuzz and small bits) 

and strain the syrup into a storage container. Refrigerate until needed.

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peach simple syrup

These sweet Summer peaches inspired another simple syrup in my kitchen . . .
                                     

I've become quite a fan of simple syrups. Like here and here.

They're so easy to prepare, and can add a special touch to drinks and desserts.

Peach simple syrup smells like the sweetest of sun-kissed Summer peaches . . . and tastes just like the sweet nectar of a ripe peach.

~ The stunning hues of a peach give this simple syrup its peach color! ~

Beautiful, isn't it!?!

You can use peach simple syrup for so many things . . . 

drizzle it over warm pound cake, right out of the oven 

add it to tea, lemonade, and lemon-lime sodas . . . just to name a few 

brush it atop cupcakes to keep them moist

drizzle it over a fresh Summer fruit salad
freeze it in ice cube trays to drop in drinks, or to enjoy for later

 . . . and the list goes on and on.

Peach Simple Syrup

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup water

2 peaches, pitted and sliced (skin on)

 In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the water, sugar and peaches. 

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir until sugar is completely dissolved. 

Remove from heat and let cool completely.

When the syrup is cooled, line a strainer with a paper towel 

(this will help catch all the peach fuzz and small bits) 

and strain the syrup into a storage container. Refrigerate until needed.

This recipe only makes a small amount, so I’d recommend doubling it if you want to use it for multiple things. It never hurts to have too much, and it will keep in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks at least!

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