Description
Refreshing Bellini Peach Raspberry Iced Tea blends Italian cocktail inspiration with a non-alcoholic summer sipper. Sweet peaches and tart raspberries dance together, creating a cool, sophisticated drink perfect for lounging on sunny afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Base:
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup peach nectar (or peach juice)
Tea and Liquid Components:
- 4 cups water
- 3 black tea bags (or peach-flavored tea bags)
- 1 cup sparkling water (or club soda)
Sweeteners and Additional Flavors:
- 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish:
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Extra peach slices and raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a robust tea base by bringing water to a rolling boil, then immediately remove from heat and immerse tea bags, allowing them to steep for 5-7 minutes to extract maximum flavor complexity.
- While tea cools, transform fresh peaches and raspberries into a vibrant purée using a high-powered blender, incorporating honey and lemon juice to enhance natural sweetness and brightness.
- Gently strain the fruit mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing softly to extract maximum liquid while eliminating seeds and pulp for a silky-smooth consistency.
- Merge the cooled tea with the fruit purée and peach nectar in a spacious pitcher, whisking thoroughly to ensure complete integration of flavors and create a harmonious beverage.
- Chill the concoction in the refrigerator for at least one hour, allowing ingredients to meld and develop a more profound taste profile.
- When ready to serve, fill chilled glasses with crystalline ice cubes and carefully pour the infused tea mixture.
- Elevate the presentation by adding a splash of sparkling water for effervescent texture and crown each glass with delicate peach slices, vibrant raspberries, and aromatic mint leaves.
- Present immediately and savor this elegant, refreshing interpretation of a classic Bellini-inspired iced tea.
Notes
- Steep tea for precisely 5-7 minutes to avoid bitterness and extract maximum flavor without over-extracting tannins.
- Strain fruit mixture thoroughly to ensure smooth, seed-free texture that enhances drinking experience.
- Choose ripe, seasonal peaches and raspberries for natural sweetness and vibrant color without excessive added sugar.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like agave, maple syrup, or stevia for different dietary preferences and reduced calorie options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Tea
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg