Peach Basil Arnold Palmer: Summer Sip
Refreshingly sweet peach basil Arnold Palmer combines fresh peaches and aromatic basil for a perfect summer drink.
Ingredients
- 2 peaches, cut into wedges
- 5-6 cups water
- 5 black tea bags
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- zest from 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup bourbon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high heat. Slice peaches into wedges.
- Grill peach wedges for 2-3 minutes per side until soft and caramelized. Set aside.
- Boil 2 cups of water. Steep 5 black tea bags and 1 cup basil leaves for 10 minutes. Strain into a pitcher, discarding solids.
- Blend the grilled peaches with 1 cup lemon juice until smooth. Strain if desired for a smoother texture.
- To the pitcher, add 3 cups cold water, the peach-lemon mixture, 1/2 cup honey, and lemon zest. Add bourbon if using.
- Chill for at least one hour. Serve over ice, garnished with grilled peaches, basil, and lemon slices. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.