Twisted Tea Recipe

Time30m

Serves8

Make Twisted Tea Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
2
Steep Tea
Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for about 5 minutes.
3
Sweeten the Tea
Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

4
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled sweetened tea, 1 cup of lemon juice, and 1 cup of peach nectar. Mix well.
5
Add Fresh Mint and Lemons
Add the fresh mint leaves and sliced lemon to the pitcher for garnish and additional flavor.
6
Optional Alcohol Addition
If desired, stir in 1 cup of vodka or rum for an alcoholic twist.

7
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the twisted tea for at least 1 hour before serving. Pour over ice in glasses and garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.