This peach Rooibos ice tea is easily my go-to ice tea during peach season. And, Ice tea is ideally a healthier alternative to many other drinks, especially when homemade. So, as the days grow warmer in Serbia, there’s nothing quite refreshing like a cold, delicious, icy beverage to beat the heat. I mean, it gets hot here and I usually try to find as many interesting ways to “drink up”as I can. Being from South Africa, I take my rooibos seriously. I cannot go anywhere without it; that’s one thing you’ll never miss in my house.
Now, enter peach and rooibos ice tea; a delightful drink that combines the sweet, juicy flavour of peaches with the earthy, aromatic notes of rooibos tea. This tea tastes truly magical; and addictive if I should say so. The fusion not only quenches your thirst but also brings a touch of South African heritage to your summer days, how awesome is that…
The tea with a South African soul
Rooibos tea, or Bush tea is steeped deep in South African culture and history. This delightful herbal tea is crafted from needle-like leaves of the Aspalathus linearis plant. it has a vibrant red colour, smooth in taste, and is slightly naturally sweet. The health benefits of Roosibos are astounding; it’s packed with antioxidants and it’s caffeine free.
Choosing the perfect peaches
To make your ice tea truly outstanding, you’ll want to select peaches that that are ripe and bursting with flavour. When shopping for peaches, look for ones that yield slightly to pressure when you squeeze them. The perfect peach should have a fragrant aroma and a vibrant colour. Fresh peaches will add a lovely sweetness to your iced tea, balancing the natural tannins of the rooibos. You may use frozen peaches as well for this recipe
Helpful tips for your perfect Peach Rooibos ice ta
- You may make the syrup ahead of time and add it to the rooibos whenever you desire the ice tea
- If you wish for a fruity syrup, you may blend the peaches instead of sieving or straining the water
- The remaining pulp may be used for scones, muffins or other bakes
- You may add lemon or mint to the ice tea for added flavour
Peach Rooibos ice tea
Ingredients
- 3 Large Peaches
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Water
- Rooibos tea
Instructions
Peach syrup
- Cut peaches into small pieces and add to a sauce pan
- Add sugar and water to the saucepan
- Simmer on low heat, let the peaches break down to release flavour
- when it’s syrupy, sieve out the peaches or blend them if you want a fruity syrup.
Rooibos tea
- Add two teaspoon of rooibos leaves to a tea top and boil until strong
- Or add two teabags to a pot and let it steep until strong
Peach Rooibos ice tea
- To a big jar add ice, half the syrup, Rooibos tea and enjoy.
- A slice or two of lemon makes a nice tangy difference
- Sweeten with the syrup according to taste
- Store the rest of the lemon in the fridge or freezer for later use
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