Instant Pot Peach Iced Tea

You can make a batch of Peach Iced Tea in just 15 minutes with the Instant Pot and it won’t heat up your kitchen like it does on the stovetop.

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In the heat of summer, a glass of chilled Peach Iced Tea is the perfect beverage to cool you down. I make a pitcher of this tea at least once a week, so it’s always in the refrigerator when I want some.

There are many tea companies making peach flavored iced tea these days, but none of them compares to this fresh-made version that uses actual fruit. The flavor is unmatchable when you use real fruit.

▶ Also try this Instant Pot Blackberry Iced Tea

What Tea to Use

I prefer to use high-quality black loose leaf tea for this recipe. I like the Republic of Tea’s black Darjeeling tea, because it has the best flavor and it’s organic. However, there are many options. 

You can use plain old Lipton black tea bags, just remember to remove the yellow tag from the bags. I’ve used other brands of tea bags, like PG Tips, but they impart a filmy substance in the tea that’s not particularly pleasant.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The Instant Pot really makes this recipe a snap. Let the Instant Pot do the work for you!

• Water
• Black tea bags – Use your favorite tea. If you are using tea bags remember to remove the tag from the bag.
• Peaches – Fresh peaches are best. Pitted, skinned and cut into chunks.
• Ginger – One inch piece, peeled. This is optional but it adds a nice twist.
• Honey – Optional, sweeten to taste. Try and use locally sourced whenever possible.
• Fresh mint – Used for garnish.

Should I Skin the Peaches?

Another decision you’ll need to make is whether or not to skin the peaches. I personally prefer to skin the peaches, but this is a personal preference. There is no visible difference in the tea if you skin the peaches or not.

If you buy organic peaches, there’s really no need to skin them. I do it because the peaches are often quite fuzzy and I want to make sure the tea is as pure as it can be.

Why Use An Instant Pot

Tips and Notes

Remove tea bags as soon as the pressure has been fully released to prevent bitterness. If you prefer stronger tea, leave the bags in longer.

Baking soda neutralizes the tannins in black tea, giving it a smoother taste. Try adding a pinch of baking soda prior to brewing.

Variations

Try adding extra additions to this peach tea, to give it a twist, like ginger or mint. You can add these extras right to the Instant Pot and the flavor will infuse into the tea.

Use a different tea such as Chai, green or rooibos. Choose what you like!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned peaches instead of fresh?

Yes. You can use canned peaches. It’s best to use peaches in their natural juices only, if possible, or it will be too sweet.

Can I reuse my tea bags?

You can. I would suggest adding a few new tea bags as well. You want to have a nice strong tea flavor. Don’t reuse tea bags that look damaged. You don’t want them to explode during cooking.

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