Lemon Balm and Peach Iced Tea

Looking for a new way to quench your thirst this summer? Look no further than our Lemon Balm and Peach Iced Tea, combining the perfect mix of fruits and lemon balm for a refreshing drink. While this beverage can be made throughout the year, it is at its best during summertime. After all, who can say no to a lemon balm and peached iced tea after a long day spent in the sun? 

The key to this recipe is ensuring all the ingredients are at their freshest, especially as it relates to the peaches. Be sure to grab them when they are in season at your local farmer’s market! Featuring a blend of honey and vanilla bean, this recipe will not be lacking in sweetness, without going over the top. Our Minimalist Pitcher is the ultimate piece of serveware for this Lemon Balm and Peach Iced Tea, allowing all the rich flavours to gradually infuse themselves. 

Our Lemon Balm and Peach Iced Tea makes for a great beverage to prepare when entertaining friends and family over the summer. This recipe takes over two hours, serving up to eight individual portions at a time. Here are all the ingredients and steps to follow before tackling this refreshing drink! 

In a small pot, bring 1 cup (250 ml) of the water to a boil with half of the peach slices, the honey and vanilla bean. Simmer over medium heat until the peaches are tender. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Remove the vanilla bean.

Using a hand blender, purée the peach mixture. Pour into a Minimalist Pitcher. Add 2 cups (500 ml) ice cubes and the remaining water. Stir until completely chilled.

Add the lemon balm (or verbena) leaves, lemon wedges and remaining peach slices.

Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving to let the flavours infuse.