MINT TEA PUNCH

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Tea, mint, sugar, orange and lemon juices make this a quick and easy, refreshingly delicious drink on a hot summer's day, given to me by a true Southern lady. Goes great with Cajun or spicy foods too. Every time I serve this someone asks me for the recipe!

Provided by Mc Coy

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Iced Tea Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups boiling water
12 sprigs fresh mint
4 tea bags
1 cup white sugar
1 cup orange juice
ΒΌ cup lemon juice
5 cups cold water
3 orange slices for garnish
3 lemon slices for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the tea bags and mint sprigs into a large pitcher. Pour boiling water over them, and allow to steep for about 8 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags and mint leaves, squeezing out excess liquid. Stir in sugar until dissolved, then stir in the orange juice and lemon juice. Pour in the cold water. Serve over ice cubes, garnished with orange or lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 6.2 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

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