Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Jasmine Tea Base
- Jasmine green tea bags or loose leaf jasmine tea: This gives the drink a smooth floral base that pairs beautifully with peach.
- Hot water: Use hot water that has cooled slightly so the tea stays smooth and does not turn bitter.
- Cold water: Helps chill and dilute the tea into a refreshing iced drink.
- Ice cubes: Essential for that crisp, cold summer tea finish.
For the Peach Flavor
- Fresh peaches: Ripe peaches give the best natural sweetness and fresh summer flavor.
- Peach syrup or peach nectar: Optional shortcut if you want stronger peach flavor without cooking fresh fruit.
- Honey or sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create a peach syrup if you are using fresh peaches.
- Lemon juice: Brightens the peach flavor and keeps the drink from tasting too sweet.
For Garnish
- Peach slices: Make the drink look fresh and summery.
- Lemon slices: Add color and citrus aroma.
- Fresh mint: Adds a cooling finish and makes the drink look café-style.
- Edible flowers: Optional, but perfect for a floral jasmine tea presentation.
Optional Variations
For a sparkling peach jasmine iced tea, replace part of the cold water with sparkling water right before serving. For a sweeter drink, add more peach syrup. For a lighter drink, use fresh peach slices and just a small amount of honey.
You can also add strawberries, mango, orange slices, or cucumber for a colorful summer tea pitcher. If you want a stronger tea flavor, use one extra tea bag, but avoid steeping too long because jasmine green tea can become bitter.
