Minty Tea Punch Recipe

By Debraymer

Ingredients

• 8 cups water, divided
• 12 mint sprigs
• 4 individual tea bags
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Ice cubes
• Orange and lemon slices, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Remove from heat; add mint and tea bags. Steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard mint and tea bags.

Stir in orange and lemon juices, sugar and remaining water. Transfer to a pitcher; refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice; add orange and lemon slices if desired.
Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each).