Mango Peach Sparkling Tea

# Required Ingredients:

→ Fruit Puree

01 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)

02 - 2 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted and diced (about 1 1/4 cups)

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

04 - 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (optional, to taste)

→ Tea Base

05 - 2 cups strong brewed black tea, cooled

06 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves

08 - Sliced peach and mango for garnish

09 - Ice cubes

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place diced mango, diced peaches, lime juice and honey or agave into a blender. Puree on high until completely smooth and uniform.

02 - If a silky texture is desired, pour the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, using a spatula to press and extract the liquid; discard remaining pulp.

03 - Add the cooled strong black tea to the pitcher with the fruit puree and stir thoroughly until evenly combined.

04 - Gently fold the chilled sparkling water into the tea and puree mixture to preserve carbonation; stir only until blended.

05 - Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the mango-peach tea over the ice, dividing evenly among glasses.

06 - Finish each glass with fresh mint leaves and slices of peach and mango. Serve immediately while chilled and effervescent.

# Expert Suggestions:

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It tastes like summer in a glass and comes together in minutes with just fresh fruit and brewed tea.
The gentle sparkle lifts the fruit flavors and keeps it light enough to sip all afternoon.

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Over blending underripe fruit makes the puree stringy so use fruit that yields slightly to pressure.
Adding sparkling water just before serving preserves the bubbles and keeps the drink lively.

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