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Fruits Iced Teas


Peach Basil Tea

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons dry white wine
  • 3 sprigs fresh basil, plus more for garnish
  • 2 2-1/2-inch strips orange zest
  • 1 cup peach nectar
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 regular tea bags
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Combine sugar and wine in small saucepan, bring to a simmer. Remove from heat. Add 3 basil sprigs and orange zest, stir to immerse. Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.
Strain syrup into a small bowl, pressing on basil and zest to release maximum flavor. Prepare the tea and let cool.
Before serving, combine peach nectar, tea, lemon juice and basil-infused syrup in a bowl. Chill and serve garnished with basil sprigs.


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