Peach Iced Tea Sorbet

steps

For the Simple Syrup

1. Stir together water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2. Remove from heat and let stand until cool.
3. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 month.

For the Classic Sweet Tea

1. Place tea bags and baking soda in a large heatproof glass pitcher or jar.
2. Bring water to rolling boil in a saucepan or kettle and pour into the pitcher, making sure tea bags are submerged. Cover and let stand, without stirring, for 7 minutes. Lift out tea bags and let excess drip into the pitcher, but do not squeeze.
3. Stir in simple syrup. Add ice and stir until melted. Cover and refrigerate until deeply chilled. Serve over additional ice, if desired.

For the Peach Iced Tea Sorbet

1. Place peaches in the bowl of a food processor. Pour in sugar and let stand for 10 minutes or until peaches begin to release their juice. Process until smooth.
2. Pour into a bowl and stir in tea, vodka, and corn syrup. Cover and refrigerate until well-chilled (under 40 degrees), at least 4 hours.
3. Churn sorbet in an ice cream freezer according to manufacturer’s instructions. When finished, sorbet will be thick and soft, like a milkshake.
4. To make sorbet firm enough to scoop, transfer it to an airtight container, press plastic wrap directly on surface of sorbet, and freeze until firm.
5. Garnish each serving with fresh peaches (optional).