Fresh Mint Sun Tea
A light and refreshing iced tea made with fresh mint and water, perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 600 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Sun Steeping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie, Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh, roughly chopped peppermint
- 1/2 gallon fresh, filtered water
- Pinch of powdered stevia (or raw honey, to taste)
Instructions
- Roughly chop the fresh mint and place it in a half-gallon jar (or 2 quart-size jars).
- Fill the jar(s) with fresh, filtered water.
- Place a lid on the jar(s).
- Put outside in the sun and let it steep all day, or overnight for a stronger flavor.
- Strain and press the last drops of water out of the mint leaves, then sweeten if desired.
- Enjoy over ice and store any leftovers in the fridge.
Notes
Serve over ice and add a mint sprig or lemon wheel for garnish. If using honey, remember it adds calories.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 2
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mint tea, sun tea, refreshing beverage, low calorie drink, iced tea
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