4 c. boiling water, divided
At least 12-18 big sprigs of fresh mint, washed
4 tea bags
1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
1 c. sugar
1 qt. cold water
Ice
Additional mint for garnish

In large heat-proof jar or pitcher, pour 2 cups boiling water over mint and tea bags. Steep 30 minutes.

In another container, pour 2 cups boiling water over lemon juice and sugar. Cool, and add to tea mixture. Stir, strain into serving pitcher with enough room to add the cold water and ice before serving. Garnish with additional mint. Makes 2 quarts.