Some desserts feel like sunshine in a bowl. This Peach Orchard Sorbet is one of them. Infused with our Evening Peach Orchard Herbal Tea, it’s a simple, elegant way to turn your favorite tea into a frozen treat that’s refreshing, floral, and naturally sweet.
Evening Peach Orchard is a soothing blend of chamomile, lemon balm, and real peaches. When steeped into a syrup for sorbet, those soft botanical notes create a flavor that feels like warm summer nights, twinkling porch lights, and easy laughter after dinner.
Whether you serve it as a light dessert, a palate cleanser, or a sparkling float with prosecco, this tea-infused sorbet captures everything that makes summer feel delicious.
Why Tea Makes the Perfect Sorbet Base
Tea adds complexity without extra sugar or artificial flavoring. Herbal teas like Evening Peach Orchard bring both aroma and depth, balancing the sweetness of fruit with floral and citrus undertones.
When you use tea instead of plain water to make the syrup base, every spoonful tastes layered and aromatic rather than one-note. The chamomile and lemon balm lend calm sophistication, while the peach flavor amplifies the fruit itself.
Peach Orchard Sorbet Recipe
Servings: About 1 quart
Prep time: 20 minutes (plus chilling and freezing)
Ingredients:
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons Evening Peach Orchard Herbal Tea
- ½ cup sugar (or honey, to taste)
- 3 cups ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1 teaspoon peach liqueur or vodka (for a softer texture)
Instructions:
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Steep the tea:
Bring 2 cups of water to just below a boil. Add Evening Peach Orchard tea and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and discard the leaves. -
Make a simple syrup:
While the tea is still warm, stir in sugar or honey until fully dissolved. Let cool to room temperature. -
Blend with fruit:
In a blender or food processor, combine the cooled tea syrup, peaches, and lemon juice. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. -
Chill the base:
Pour into a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until cold. -
Freeze:
Churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. If you don’t have one, pour into a shallow dish, freeze for 30 minutes, then stir vigorously every hour until firm. -
Serve:
Scoop into bowls or serve a small scoop in a glass of sparkling water for an easy mocktail version.
Flavor Variations
- Peach Lavender: Add ½ teaspoon dried lavender buds during the tea steeping step for a floral twist.
- Ginger Peach: Add 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger before blending for a bit of heat.
- Coconut Peach Cream: Blend in ¼ cup coconut milk before freezing for a creamy sorbet variation.
The Perfect Dinner Pairing
Pair your sorbet with a glass of iced Evening Peach Orchard Tea for a beautifully layered experience; cool, aromatic, and calming all at once. It also makes a stunning addition to brunch or as a light finish to an al fresco dinner.
This recipe highlights what we love most about tea: its versatility. Tea is not just a beverage; it’s a flavor foundation that can transform any dish into something memorable.
