Dream of sipping sunshine in a glass? The Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer is the ultimate refreshing treat—a sparkling fusion of juicy mango, sweet peach, and zingy lemon, kissed with floral notes of tea and a little sparkle. This easy, vibrant recipe is practically summer in a sip, and soon to become the highlight of your warm-weather gatherings!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sunshine in Every Sip: The Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer is bursting with fruity, juicy, and bright flavors that make every glass feel like a mini-vacation.
- Sparkling Perfection: A hit of bubbly soda water makes this drink lively and irresistible, perfect for summer parties, brunches, or a solo afternoon treat.
- Simple, Fuss-Free Prep: You won’t need any fancy equipment or tricky techniques—just pantry basics, ripe fruit, and a quick simmer let those flavors shine.
- Easy to Make Ahead: Brew the tea blend and prep your fruit in advance for effortless entertaining (or indulgent meal prep all week long).
Ingredients You’ll Need
One of the best things about this Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer is how straightforward the ingredient list is—each element has a starring role, bringing its own sweetness, fragrance, or refreshing sparkle to your pitcher.
- English Breakfast Tea Bags: Provides a sturdy, malty foundation that balances out the bright fruit flavors without getting lost.
- Peach Tea Bags: Infuses your tea with delicate, floral peach notes for even more juicy goodness.
- Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the base so that the mango and peach flavors can truly shine. Adjust to taste!
- Mango: The star of the show—half is diced for juicy bites, half smashed for silky richness in your tea.
- Soda Water: Chilled and bubbly, this brings the whole spritzer to life with its effervescence.
- Sea Salt: Just a pinch heightens all the fruit flavors and keeps your drink from tasting flat.
- Lemon Juice (and wedges): Fresh lemon juice brings bright acidity and makes every sip extra refreshing.
- Peach Bitters (optional): Amazing if you have it—just a couple dashes make the peach flavor pop and add depth.
Variations
The Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer is endlessly customizable, so feel free to tweak it to fit the fruit in your fridge, your favorite tea blend, or even your dietary needs—it’s all about making it your own!
- Berry Twist: Swap the mango or add in fresh strawberries or raspberries for a mixed-fruit spritzer bursting with color and flavor.
- Herbal Infusion: Muddle in a few sprigs of fresh mint or basil for an herbal spin that tastes just as good as it looks.
- Make It Boozy: Turn your Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer into a party cocktail by adding a splash of vodka or sparkling white wine.
- No-Added Sugar: Use a sugar substitute or leave out the sweetener entirely for a lighter version—ripe fruit keeps it naturally sweet!
How to Make Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer
Step 1: Brew the Perfect Tea Base
Start by bringing water and sugar to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan—this quick simmer not only dissolves the sugar, but lets the flavors fully infuse without any bitterness. Once boiling, remove from the heat and add both the English Breakfast and peach tea bags. Let them steep for a full 10 minutes, allowing the aromas and colors to meld into a fragrant, amber blend. Be sure to squeeze every drop from the tea bags for maximum flavor!
Step 2: Prep and Add the Mango
While your tea steeps, work on the mango. Dice half the fruit into juicy cubes and set aside. Smash the other half with a fork until you have a chunky puree, then press it through a fine mesh strainer into your warm, steeped tea. This ensures a silky, mango-packed base without any stringy bits—pure luxury!
Step 3: Assemble and Sparkle
Strain your mango-infused tea into a large pitcher to catch any last bits. Add chilled soda water and stir gently—watch the fizz! Season with a pinch of sea salt, then brighten up with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, tasting as you go. If you’re serving right away, add ice to the pitcher now; otherwise, skip the ice so the tea stays concentrated as you chill it.
Step 4: Serve and Savor
Drop a few mango cubes and fresh ice into each glass. Pour the sparkling tea mixture over the top, then finish with a dash of peach bitters (if using) and a cheerful lemon wedge. Try not to smile—it’s impossible with this color in your hand!
Pro Tips for Making Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer
- Mango Mastery: Choose a ripe, fragrant mango for maximum sweetness and aromatic intensity—if you want the boldest flavor, Ataulfo or Champagne varieties are tops!
- Tea Timing: Don’t rush the 10-minute steep; this gives the black tea and peach flavors time to fully develop without turning bitter.
- Sparkle Strategy: Pour chilled soda water right before serving so your Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer stays bubbly and lively (serve immediately for best fizz).
- Serving Sensation: Add bitters just before sipping and never skip the fresh lemon wedge garnish—it transforms the whole experience!
How to Serve Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer
Garnishes
Top each glass with a few bright mango cubes and a wedge of lemon—it’s not just gorgeous, it adds that pop of tang and freshness. Try floating a sprig of mint or basil for an extra burst of color and aroma that will make your guests swoon!
Side Dishes
The Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer is delightful with light finger foods—think tea sandwiches, fruit skewers, summer rolls, or crispy cheese crackers. It’s an all-star at brunches, picnics, or any spread where you want a palate-cleansing, not-too-sweet drink.
Creative Ways to Present
Serve your spritzer in tall glasses with striped straws for retro charm, or pour into punch bowls for parties with floating citrus slices and extra mango. For outdoor events, mason jars or stemless wine glasses keep things playful and practical. Want to impress? Rim your glass with a little lemon-sugar for a sparkly twist!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
If you’ve got extra Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer (lucky you!), store the tea mixture—without ice or soda water—in a tightly sealed container in the fridge. It keeps beautifully for up to a week, ready to fizz up at any moment.
Freezing
Freezing spritzers is a little tricky due to the bubbles, but you can freeze the tea and mango base (minus soda water and ice) in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then add fresh soda water and ice right before serving for a near-instant refresher!
Reheating
This recipe is best enjoyed well-chilled and ice-cold, not reheated. If your Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer has lost its chill, simply add fresh ice and pour in more soda water to perk up those bubbles.
FAQs
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Can I use frozen mango instead of fresh?
Absolutely! Thaw the frozen mango completely before dicing and smashing. Frozen mango can be just as sweet and fragrant, making it a great substitute when fresh isn’t available.
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Can I make the Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer without soda water?
Yes, you can! Just use cold still water for a classic iced tea, or try adding a splash of flavored sparkling water (like lemon or lime) for a twist.
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Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Definitely! Just omit the peach bitters and your Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer will be perfectly kid-friendly, sweet, and fun to sip.
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What’s the best way to batch this spritzer for parties?
Double or triple the tea base and mango in advance, then chill. Add soda water and ice right before serving to keep it bubbly and fresh for a crowd—just set out lemon wedges, mango cubes, and mint for self-serve garnish fun!
Final Thoughts
This Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer really does capture everything that’s wonderful about sunny days, friendly gatherings, and a little bit of everyday magic. I hope you pour yourself a tall, sparkling glass and share the joy—cheers to sweet moments and lovely company!
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Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 glasses 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Cool off with this refreshing Mango Peach Iced Tea Spritzer, a delightful blend of fruity flavors with a fizzy kick. Perfect for a hot summer day or a brunch gathering.
Ingredients
Tea Base:
- 2 cups Water
- 4 English Breakfast tea bags
- 4 Peach tea bags
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 Mango
- 1 liter Soda Water, refrigerated
- pinch Sea salt
- 1/2–1 Lemons, juiced, plus wedges for garnish
- A few dashes Peach Bitters, if desired
Instructions
- Prepare Tea Base: Heat water and sugar in a saucepan until sugar dissolves. Boil, then remove from heat. Steep tea bags for 10 minutes, then remove.
- Prep Mango: Dice one half of the mango and smash the other half. Strain smashed mango into the tea.
- Combine Ingredients: Strain tea into a pitcher. Add soda water, sea salt, and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Chill with ice if serving immediately. Otherwise, store without ice.
- Final Touch: Fill glasses with ice and diced mango. Pour tea over and add peach bitters. Garnish with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Make ahead tips: Iced tea can be stored without ice for up to a week. Do not store with ice to avoid dilution.
- Leftover diced mango can be refrigerated for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
