Sweet tea, frozen peaches, a splash of bourbon, and ice. That’s it—and it’s perfect.
Hey y’all ☀️
This is one of those drinks that just feels like summer. Sweet, juicy peaches.
Icy cold tea. That little splash of bourbon for a Southern twist.
Whether you’re relaxing on the porch, throwing a BBQ, or just cooling down after a hot day—this peach bourbon tea slushie is gonna hit the spot.
It’s so easy to make, it’s almost silly.
Just toss it all in a blender and you’ve got a drink that’s frosty, fruity, and oh-so-sippable.
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 2 cups sweet tea, chilled
- 1 ½ cups frozen sliced peaches
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 oz bourbon (or to taste)
- Fresh peach slices and mint for garnish (optional)
💛 Why I Love This Recipe
This drink came to me on a hot afternoon in Georgia. We had leftover iced tea, a bag of frozen peaches, and some good bourbon—and you bet we blended it all together.
Here’s why I make it again and again:
- So refreshing – It’s cold, fruity, and not too sweet.
- Fast – Less than 5 minutes from blender to glass.
- No fuss – No syrups, no boiling. Just blend and go.
- A Southern classic – You’ve got tea and bourbon—what more do you need?
🍹 Makes: 2 servings
⏱️ Total Time: 5 minutes
(No cooking involved)
🧠 Why This Recipe Works (Quick Science)
- Frozen peaches act as both fruit and ice, giving you a creamy slushie texture without watering it down.
- Sweet tea already has sugar and flavor, so no need to add extra syrup.
- Bourbon’s alcohol content keeps the slushie from freezing too hard—giving it that soft, drinkable texture.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Using fresh peaches instead of frozen – You’ll just get a smoothie. For a slushie, you need frozen fruit.
- Too much bourbon – A little goes a long way. Too much and it won’t freeze right.
- Skipping the sweet tea – Unsweet tea will make it taste flat. Use sweet tea or add a bit of honey or sugar.
🛠️ Tools You’ll Need
- High-speed blender
- Measuring cups
- Mason jars or glasses for serving
- Optional: garnish knife or peeler
🔄 Substitutions & Variations
- No bourbon? Use peach juice or sparkling water instead.
- Peach allergy? Try frozen mango or strawberries.
- Want it less sweet? Use unsweet tea and skip the garnish.
- Add lemon? A squeeze of lemon gives it a peach tea lemonade vibe.
🧊 Make-Ahead Tips
- Brew the tea and freeze into ice cubes to make it extra tea-flavored.
- You can pre-measure everything and store it in a freezer bag for a quick dump-and-blend later.
🧾 Instructions
1. Add frozen peaches to the blender
Dump in the frozen sliced peaches.
2. Pour in the chilled sweet tea
Add the 2 cups of sweet tea right on top of the peaches.
3. Add ice and bourbon
Toss in the ice cubes and pour in the bourbon.
4. Blend until smooth and slushy
Blend everything together until smooth and icy—about 30 seconds to a minute.
5. Pour into glasses and garnish
Pour into glasses, add a fresh peach slice and mint if you’re feelin’ fancy.
🥶 Leftovers & Storage
This slushie doesn’t store well once blended—just make what you’ll drink.
Pro tip: Store any leftovers in the freezer and re-blend with a splash of tea to bring it back to life.
🧠 Pro Tips
- Use really ripe frozen peaches – They’ll give the most natural sweetness.
- Chill your glasses – A frosty glass keeps it icy longer.
- Don’t skip the blending time – It needs at least 30 seconds to get that perfect texture.
- Make it a mocktail – Skip the bourbon and add peach juice or lemon sparkling water.
- Sweeten to taste – If your tea isn’t sweet enough, add 1-2 tsp honey before blending.
🍽️ What to Serve With
- BBQ pulled pork sandwiches
- Grilled chicken or burgers
- Deviled eggs
- Fresh fruit skewers
- A light summer salad (watermelon + feta is 👌)
❓ FAQ
Can I use canned peaches?
If you freeze them first, yes! Drain the syrup and freeze overnight.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just make sure your blender can handle it.
What bourbon should I use?
Any smooth bourbon works—Maker’s Mark, Bulleit, or even a cheaper one like Evan Williams for mixing.
Do I need sweet tea from scratch?
Nope! Bottled sweet tea or powder mix is totally fine.
🏁 Wrap-Up
This peach bourbon tea slushie is everything summer should taste like—cool, sweet, a little boozy, and super simple to whip up. Give it a try and let me know how it turned out for you. Drop a comment if you have a question, a twist on it, or just want to say hey! Cheers, y’all 🍑🥃🧊
