A refreshing twist on classic sweet tea brings bourbon and peaches together in perfect harmony.

This easy-to-make cocktail combines smooth bourbon, fresh peach puree, and crisp iced tea for a drink that tastes like summer in a glass.

The natural sweetness of ripe peaches adds depth to this Southern-inspired drink.

Each sip delivers notes of caramel and oak from the bourbon, balanced by the bright fruitiness of fresh peaches and the gentle tang of black tea.

Perfect for backyard parties and warm afternoons, this cocktail takes just 5 minutes to prepare.

The recipe makes enough for 4 servings, and guests can adjust the sweetness to match their taste.

Peach Bourbon Iced Tea Cocktail Recipe

This refreshing drink combines sweet peaches, smooth bourbon, and cool iced tea for a perfect summer cocktail. The mix of flavors creates a balanced drink that’s easy to make at home.

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Prep Time 8

Total Time 8

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

2 ripe peaches sliced
4 oz bourbon
16 oz unsweetened black tea chilled
2 oz simple syrup
Fresh mint leaves
Ice cubes
Peach slices for garnish

Instructions

Muddle peach slices in a cocktail shaker until they release their juices.
Add bourbon and simple syrup to the shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 15-20 seconds.

Strain the mixture into a pitcher through a fine mesh strainer.
Pour in the chilled black tea and stir gently to combine.
Fill Collins glasses with ice cubes.

Pour the mixture into glasses and garnish with fresh peach slices and mint leaves.

Notes

The drink can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Using ripe peaches gives the best flavor. If peaches aren’t in season, frozen peaches work well too.

Choose a mid-range bourbon that’s good for mixing.

Expensive bourbon isn’t needed since the peach and tea flavors will blend with it.

The simple syrup can be adjusted based on personal taste and the sweetness of the peaches.

Tasting Notes

The peach bourbon iced tea cocktail offers a perfect mix of sweet and smooth flavors. Fresh peach notes blend with the warm, oaky taste of bourbon.

Sweet tea creates a familiar base that balances the drink’s alcohol content. The tea adds a light tannic quality and subtle bitterness that cuts through the sweetness.

The bourbon brings vanilla and caramel notes that pair well with the natural peach flavor. This combination creates a rich, layered taste experience.

Key Flavor Elements:

Ripe peach sweetness
Vanilla and oak from bourbon

Crisp black tea
Light caramel undertones

A gentle citrus accent from fresh lemon juice brightens the drink. The acidity helps blend all flavors together while adding a refreshing finish.

Ice mellows the drink’s intensity as it slowly melts. This creates a smooth, easy-drinking cocktail that stays balanced from first sip to last.

Substitute

You can make this cocktail without bourbon by using peach juice instead of peach bourbon. Mix 2 ounces of peach juice with the sweet tea for an alcohol-free version.

Want to skip the peach flavor? Regular bourbon works great too. Just use 2 ounces of your favorite bourbon and follow the rest of the recipe as written.

No fresh peaches? Use 1 ounce of peach nectar or peach syrup. These alternatives give the drink a similar fruity taste.

For a different twist, try these spirits:

Vodka
Dark rum
Whiskey
Cognac

Don’t like black tea? Green tea or white tea make nice bases for this drink. Brew them a bit weaker than black tea since they have more subtle flavors.

A sugar-free version can use stevia or monk fruit sweetener instead of simple syrup. Start with small amounts and adjust to taste.

Peach Bourbon Iced Tea Cocktail Recipe