Olive Garden Tuscan Tea Copycat

Elevate your beverage game with this Olive Garden Tuscan Tea Copycat recipe—a refreshing fusion of bold black tea, sweet peach nectar, and zesty lemon juice that perfectly mimics the restaurant classic. This easy-to-make drink is balanced with a hint of simple syrup for just the right amount of sweetness, and it's served over ice for a cool, thirst-quenching treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy afternoons, it’s ready in just 15 minutes and garnished with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for an elegant finishing touch. With its vibrant flavor and straightforward preparation, this homemade Tuscan Tea is your new go-to for a crowd-pleasing drink!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Black tea bags
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Peach nectar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Simple syrup
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
• 4 slices Lemon slices (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil.

Step 2

Remove the pot from heat and add the black tea bags. Allow them to steep for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the tea is steeping, prepare your simple syrup if not already made. Combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan, heat over medium, and stir until fully dissolved. Once done, let it cool.

Step 4

After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags from the pot and let the tea cool to room temperature.

Step 5

In a large pitcher, combine the brewed tea, peach nectar, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well until everything is mixed thoroughly.

Step 6

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the Tuscan Tea mixture over the ice.

Step 7

Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a lemon slice, if desired, for a touch of elegance.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing taste of Tuscan Tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1901 grams (1901.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	397

Total Fat 0.30g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 76mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 99.50g	36%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 97.30g
Protein 0.20g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 153mg	3%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 99.1%