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When the summer heat kicks in, there’s nothing more refreshing than a tall glass of Starbucks copycat peach black tea lemonade. This easy homemade version brings the same fruity, citrusy punch of the original, with just the right amount of sweetness and bold tea flavor. It comes together in minutes using simple ingredients, and you can tweak the sweetness or tea type to match your preferences. Skip the drive-thru and enjoy this iced favorite any time you crave a cool, fruity sip.

Two glasses of homemade Starbucks peach tea with mint leaves and lemon wedges sit on a bamboo mat—a refreshing Starbucks copycat peach black tea lemonade for summer days.

This Starbucks copycat peach black tea lemonade is a refreshing iced drink with sweet peach, citrusy lemon and bold tea flavor you can make at home in minutes.

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Two glasses of homemade Starbucks peach tea with mint and straws on a bamboo mat, accompanied by a peach and lemon wedges—perfect for trying your own summer Starbucks drink recipe at home.

Why You’ll Love It

Quick and easy: Blend and strain for a refreshing drink in just minutes.
Naturally sweetened: Fresh peach and lemon give flavor without needing much syrup.
Customizable: Adjust sweetness or use green tea for a lighter option.
Perfect for warm days: Crisp, fruity and ice-cold for summer sipping.

A glass of iced homemade Starbucks peach tea with a yellow straw and mint garnish, served with fresh peach slices nearby.

Iced Black Tea Lemonade Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Peach: Adds natural sweetness and fresh fruity flavor to the drink.
Lemon: Brings brightness and citrus zing that balances the tea.
Black tea: Offers a bold, tannic base that complements the fruit.
Simple syrup: Lightly sweetens and rounds out the tart lemon.
Ice: Chills the drink and creates a refreshing, crisp finish.

Loose tea, halved and whole peaches, lemon, a strainer, and ice water on a white surface—perfect ingredients for a refreshing Starbucks copycat peach black tea lemonade or your own iced peach tea summer Starbucks drink recipe.

How to Make Peach Tea Lemonade

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Juice the lemon: Squeeze and set aside the fresh lemon juice.
Blend the base: Add chopped peach, lemon juice, tea and simple syrup to a blender and blend.
Strain and chill: Pour the mixture through a strainer into a jug with ice.
Serve: Stir well and enjoy immediately while cold.

Two iced peach drinks with mint and straws on a bamboo mat, surrounded by lemon wedges and peach slices—perfect for enjoying homemade Starbucks peach tea or trying your own iced peach tea twist at home.

Substitutions and Variations

Use green tea: For a milder, slightly grassy flavor.
Add mint: Blend in fresh mint leaves for a cooling twist.
Try honey syrup: Substitute simple syrup with honey syrup for floral sweetness.
Use frozen peaches: A good option when fresh peaches aren’t in season.

Iced peach tea with mint in glasses on a bamboo mat, fresh peaches and tea leaves in the background—perfect for a DIY Starbucks lemonade recipe or your own summer Starbucks drink recipe.

Serving Suggestions

With a sweet treat: Starbucks oat bars would be really good with this iced tea, or perhaps you’d prefer banana bread or some ginger molasses cookies.
With something savory: Starbucks egg bites or a feta spinach wrap would also be delicious.

A glass of iced peach tea with a straw, garnished with mint, sits next to a lemon wedge and another drink—perfect for anyone craving a refreshing summer Starbucks drink recipe.

How to Store Peach Juice Iced Tea

Store: This green tea lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days (without the ice). Give it a good shake or stir before serving.
Freeze: You can freeze it if you want to. Try blending it frozen to make a thirst-quenching slushie type drink or else thaw, shake or stir and serve over ice.

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    Top Tips

    Use ripe peaches: They blend more easily and give better sweetness.
    Strain well: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp and skins.
    Chill your tea: Let tea cool fully before blending for best results.
    Taste as you go: Adjust syrup or lemon juice to your sweetness preference.

    Iced peach tea with mint in glasses on a bamboo mat, surrounded by fresh peaches and tea leaves—a refreshing Iced peach tea perfect for trying as a summer Starbucks drink recipe at home.

    Starbucks Peach Black Tea Lemonade FAQs

    Do I have to use simple syrup to sweeten the iced tea?

    The main reason for using it is that regular white or brown sugar won’t dissolve in cold liquids, so you need something liquid instead. Feel free to use another kind of liquid sweetener or even a splash of regular or sugar free coffee syrup. If you don’t want to sweeten your black or green tea lemonade you can simply omit the sweetener altogether.

    Should I use tea bags or loose tea to make the iced tea?

    This’s completely up to you. I like to make tea in advance, using tea bags, then keep it refrigerated, so I can drink it as it is or whip up iced peach green tea or black tea whenever that craving hits!

    Do I have to strain the mixture?

    Straining removes pulp and skins, making the drink smoother and easier to sip.

    Two glasses of homemade Starbucks peach tea with mint and straws on a bamboo mat, accompanied by a peach and lemon wedges—perfect for trying your own summer Starbucks drink recipe at home.

    Copycat Starbucks Peach Black Tea Lemonade Recipe

    5 from 6 votes

    Starbucks Copycat Peach Black Tea Lemonade

    This iced tea lemonade blends fresh peach and lemon with chilled black tea for a fruity summer drink. It’s simple to make and refreshingly crisp.
    Prep Time: 6 minutes
    Total Time: 6 minutes
    Servings: 2

    Ingredients 

    • 1 peach, ripe, medium-sized, skin discarded
    • ½ lemon
    • 2 Cups black tea, or green tea if preferred
    • 2 Tablespoons simple syrup
    • 1 Cup ice

    Instructions 

    • Squeeze ½ a lemon and set the juice aside.
    • Cut the peach into pieces. Put the pieces into the blender.
    • Add the lemon juice, tea and simple syrup. Add more if you prefer a sweeter taste. Blend all ingredients together. 
    • Strain into a jug with plenty of ice cubes or crushed ice. 

    Notes

    Use ripe peaches: They blend more easily and give better sweetness.
    Strain well: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp and skins.
    Chill your tea: Let tea cool fully before blending for best results.
    Taste as you go: Adjust syrup or lemon juice to your sweetness preference.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 267mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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    With bold tea, juicy peach and bright citrus, this Starbucks copycat peach black tea lemonade delivers refreshment in every sip. It’s perfect for hot afternoons or when you want something sweet but not too heavy. The short ingredient list and easy prep make it ideal for last-minute cravings, and you can tweak it to suit your flavor preferences. This version is a great way to enjoy a favorite drink without needing to leave the house.

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    Bella Bucchiotti

    Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.

     

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    1. My sister loves the Starbucks tea recipes, I’ll have to share this with her. I usually just get coffee but I do love peach so may need to try this too.

    2. Since we don’t have starbucks in italy I don’t have a clue what the real thing does taste like BUT peach sweet tea is my fave and I’ve never tried to make it myself so I’ll have to try this. Thanks for the tip on the sugar syrup, it makes more sense than using sugar in a cold beverage