Ingredients
4cupswater,boiling
1tbsploose green tea
¾cupsugar
3cupsmint leaves,and tender stems, firmly packed
Preparation
Pour a little boiling water into a large teapot, swish it around to heat the pot, and pour the water out.
Add the tea to the teapot and pour in 1 cup of boiling water. Cover and let steep for 3 minutes.
Add the sugar and mint leaves and stems to the teapot. Pour in the remaining 3 cups boiling water.
Cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Stir, then continue to steep for 5 minutes more.
Strain the mint tea into cups or heatproof glasses. Enjoy!
