Makes about 2 quarts, 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 8 cups (2 quarts) water, divided


• 3 tea bags


• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves


• 1 cup sugar

In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups water, the tea bags, and mint leaves; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain into a pitcher. Add the sugar and mix well. Stir in the remaining 4 cups water and serve over ice, or chill until ready to serve.