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Herbal Sun Tea

Herbal Sun Tea

Lemon verbena or mint enhances a jug of rooibos tea, perfect for a summer picnic.

Martha Stewart Living, July 2007 http://www.marthastewart.com/346100/herbal-sun-tea
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  • Yield Makes 2 quarts

Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons loose rooibos tea
    • 2 tablespoons dried lemon verbena or dried mint
    • 2 quarts cold water
    • Honey or sugar, to taste

Directions

  1. Place tea and lemon verbena or mint on a square of cheesecloth. Tie into a bundle with kitchen twine. Place tea bag in a large glass jar, and add water. Cover, and steep in direct sunlight for 2 hours.
  2. Strain tea, and discard solids. Stir in honey or sugar. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 3 days.

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