Twisted Tea Recipe

Brew concentrated tea

Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes for a full-flavored base (6 minutes for stronger). Remove and discard tea bags, gently pressing them against the side of the pot with a spoon to extract flavor.

While the tea is still hot, stir in 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until fully dissolved, then stir in 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature (about 20–30 minutes) or place in the refrigerator to cool faster.

Prepare peach flavor

Place the peeled and sliced peach into a blender or food processor with 1 cup peach nectar. Pulse 6–8 times until mostly smooth but still slightly pulpy. If you prefer a clearer drink, strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing solids to extract juices; reserve the pulp for another use.

Taste the peach-tea blend and add up to 2 tablespoons simple syrup if you prefer a sweeter Twisted Tea. Stir thoroughly so the syrup is fully incorporated.

Assemble the Twisted Tea

In a large pitcher, combine the cooled brewed tea (from Tea Base) with 2 cups unsweetened iced tea and the prepared peach mixture. Stir to combine. If you want some effervescence, gently fold in up to 1 cup club soda or sparkling water just before serving.

Fill four tall glasses with ice (about 3 cups total divided among glasses). Pour the Twisted Tea over the ice, distributing solids and liquid evenly. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a mint sprig. Serve immediately.

Optional adjustments: add more lemon juice for brightness, more peach nectar or simple syrup for sweetness, or top each glass with extra club soda for more fizz.