Best 4 Apricot Iced Tea Recipes

Apricot iced tea is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for enjoying on a hot summer day. It is made with a blend of black tea, apricots, sugar, and water, and can be served with or without ice. Apricot iced tea is a great way to stay hydrated and cool down, and it can also be a healthy alternative to sugary drinks like soda or juice. It is a popular drink around the world and can be found in many restaurants and cafes. Additionally, apricot iced tea is a good source of antioxidants and vitamins, which can help boost your immune system and keep you healthy.

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APRICOT LEMONADE ICED TEA

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Every special occasion deserves a refreshing beverage (and a lovely punch bowl). Our tea has a tangy flavor from lemonade, apricot nectar and mint. -Kay Chon, Sherwood, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups water
7 tea bags
1 cup sugar
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, partially thawed
1 cup chilled apricot nectar
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Mint sprigs

Steps:

In a saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags; steep, covered, 5 minutes., Discard tea bags. Stir in sugar until dissolved; cool slightly. Transfer to a pitcher; cool completely., Add lemonade concentrate and nectar to tea; stir in cold water. Serve over ice with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

APRICOT ICED TEA

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Categories Tea Non-Alcoholic Picnic Backyard BBQ Iced Tea Apricot Summer Party Gourmet Drink

Yield Makes about 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

For the tea:
3 oranges pekoe tea bags
4 cups water
five 5 1/2-ounce cans apricot nectar (about 3 1/3 cups), chilled
1/2 cup chilled simple syrup, or to taste
For the simple syrup:
1 1/3 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups water

Steps:

To make the tea:
Put tea bags in a heatproof pitcher.
In a saucepan bring water just to a boil and pour over tea bags. Steep tea 5 minutes and remove tea bags. Cool tea and chill, covered, until cold, about 1 hour.
Stir in nectar and syrup. Serve tea over ice in tall glasses.
To make the syrup:
In a saucepan bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring, and boil until sugar is completely dissolved. Let syrup cool and chill, covered. Syrup may be made 2 weeks ahead and chilled, covered.
Makes about 2 cups.

ICED LOUISIANA APRICOT TEA

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This recipe was found in the 2009 cookbook, Cool Drinks for Hot Days. Preparation time does not include the time needed for the tea to cool & chill.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 orange pekoe tea bags
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 quart water, just-boiled
1 1/3 cups apricot nectar
6 fresh apricots, halved, pitted, sliced
12 ounces sparkling water
12 ice cubes

Steps:

In a heatproof pitcher, pour just-boiled water over the tea bags & rosemary, & let steep for 10 minutes before removing & discarding the tea bags.
Let tea cool, then chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before removing & discarding the rosemary.
Stir in the apricot nectar & apricots & pour into 6 tall glasses with 2 ice cubes in each glass.
Top each drink with some of the sparkling water & ENJOY!

APRICOT-PEACH ICED TEA

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A refreshing drink inspired from our friends down South. With a pitcher of this on a hot day, you just can't go wrong.

Provided by K c6462

Categories Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

7 cups cool water
2 (5 1/2 ounce) cans apricot nectar
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
3 tea bags, cold brew, pitcher-sized
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen sliced peaches or 1 lb fresh peach, sliced

Steps:

In a large pitcher, stir together cool water, apricot nectar and superfine sugar.
Add tea bags; let steep 5 to 7 minutes, dunking bags occasionally.
Once tea is desired strength, add frozen or fresh peaches.
Pour over ice and serve.
***For Raspberry Iced Tea: Switch to berries: replace apricot nectar with 1 1/2 cups cranberry-raspberry drink.
In blender, puree 1/2 pint fresh raspberries; strain out seeds.
Add to cold water with superfine sugar.
Replace peaches with 1 pint fresh raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 8.8, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 21.7, Protein 0.5

Tips:

Choose ripe and juicy apricots: The quality of your apricots will greatly impact the flavor of your iced tea. Look for apricots that are plump, fragrant, and have a deep orange color. Avoid apricots that are bruised or have blemishes.
Use loose-leaf tea: Loose-leaf tea will give your iced tea a more robust flavor than tea bags. If you don't have loose-leaf tea, you can use tea bags, but be sure to use good quality tea.
Steep the tea for at least 5 minutes: This will allow the tea to fully infuse the water with its flavor. If you are using loose-leaf tea, you can steep it for longer, up to 10 minutes.
Sweeten the tea to taste: Apricot iced tea can be sweetened with sugar, honey, or stevia. Start with a small amount of sweetener and add more to taste. You can also use flavored syrups, such as vanilla or almond, to add a different flavor dimension.
Serve the tea over ice: Apricot iced tea is best served over ice. You can add a few slices of apricot, a sprig of mint, or a lemon wedge for garnish.

Conclusion:

Apricot iced tea is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and refreshing iced tea that will be enjoyed by everyone.