Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
2 quarts

Ingredients

  • 2quartswater

  • ¼cupwildflower honey

  • 1largelemon

  • 2bunchesfresh mint leaves

Cooking Directions

  1. Pour water into a large glass container with a lid. Stir in honey until dissolved. Zest lemon, being careful not to include any white pith. Juice lemon, then add both zest and juice to the glass container.

  2. Working with one bunch at a time, hold mint in one hand; use your other hand to twist and squeeze the leaves, slightly bruising them to release their fragrance and oils. Immerse the squeezed bunches in the water mixture. Cover the container and place it in direct sunlight for 2 hours.

  3. Remove and discard mint leaves. Shake the tea, then pour over ice in tall glasses. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories40
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
0g
0%
Sodium
8mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate
11g
4%
Dietary Fiber
1g
3%
Total Sugars
9g
Protein
1g
1%
Vitamin C
20mg
23%
Calcium
45mg
3%
Iron
1mg
4%
Potassium
55mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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