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Sip Into Summer at UPTEN with Our Grilled Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Summer at UPTEN is all about slowing down, soaking up the skyline, and making the most of every sunny evening. Whether you’re hosting friends on the rooftop patio, grilling dinner on the resident BBQs, or unwinding on your private balcony after work, UPTEN’s amenities were designed to elevate everyday living in downtown Calgary. And what better way to celebrate patio season than with a refreshing homemade Grilled Peach Iced Tea?


This easy summer recipe pairs perfectly with rooftop hangs, golden hour views, and cozy nights spent enjoying the best parts of apartment living at UPTEN.


Iced lemon tea in glass pitcher and tumblers on a rooftop table, with mint and fruit slices under string lights.

UPTEN Grilled Peach Iced Tea Recipe


Ingredients

  • 2 ripe peaches, halved

  • 4 black tea bags

  • 4 cups boiling water

  • 2 cups cold water

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • Ice cubes

  • Fresh mint

  • Lemon slices


Peach iced tea ingredients on a marble board: halved peaches, lemon slices, mint, honey, tea bags, water glasses, and text list.

Directions


1. Fire Up the Rooftop BBQs

Start by grilling your peach halves cut-side down for 3–4 minutes until lightly caramelized. UPTEN’s rooftop BBQ area makes summer cooking simple, social, and perfect for entertaining.


Two peach halves grill on barbecue grates; text reads UPTEN, Step 1, with instructions for lightly caramelizing peaches.

2. Brew in Your Modern Kitchen

While the peaches cool, steep your tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes in your modern UPTEN kitchen — designed with stylish finishes and plenty of space to create your favourite recipes.


Glass pitcher of tea with tea bags steeping on a kitchen counter; UPTEN Step 2 text, warm calm kitchen mood.

3. Sweeten & Chill

Stir in honey and allow the tea to cool before heading upstairs to enjoy Calgary’s summer sunshine from the rooftop patio.


Honey pours into a glass teapot with tea bags and a spoon; text says UPTEN, Step 3, and Stir in honey and let everything chill.

4. Add the Summer Flavor

Mix in cold water and grilled peaches for a refreshing drink packed with sweet seasonal flavor.


Hand pours water into a tea pitcher with bags, beside grilled peaches and lemon slices; text says UPTEN Step 4.

5. Enjoy with a View


Serve over ice with fresh mint and lemon slices, then relax on your private balcony or rooftop lounge while taking in downtown Calgary views.


Top-down peach iced drinks with mint and lemon slices on a bright table, labeled UPTEN Step 5 with serving instructions.

Summer Living at UPTEN


At UPTEN, home extends far beyond your suite. From rooftop social spaces and BBQ amenities to modern kitchens and incredible downtown access, every detail was designed to help you experience the best of Calgary living.


Located in the heart of downtown Calgary, UPTEN places you steps from local cafés, restaurants, river pathways, entertainment, and some of the city’s best summer destinations. Whether you’re enjoying rooftop sunsets, exploring the neighborhood, or hosting friends for patio drinks, UPTEN makes it easy to love where you live.


Ready to upgrade your summer lifestyle?


 
 
 

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