Yield: 6 Servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 tablespoons | Green tea leaves |
| 3 tablespoons | Coarsely chopped fresh |
| \N \N | Mint, plus sprigs |
| \N \N | Ice cubes |
| 2 tablespoons | Sugar |
Mix tea, mint, and about a quart of boiling water in a bowl. Allow to sit for about 6 minutes. Pour through a wire seive over another bowl and throw away all the leaves. Add about a quart of chilled water.
Cover the bowl and allow to chill for at least 2 hours or until desired temperature. Add ice and sugar if desired. Mint sprigs can be used as a garnish. Adapted by Deborah Kuhnen from "Sunset" magazine, July 1996.