Apple and mint iced tea

Photography by Michelle Young

A refreshing summertime drink to quench your thirst.

Makes

1.75L

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 1/4 cup shredded mint
• 3 peppermint teabags
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1.25L chilled clear apple juice
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 apple, chopped

Method

1. Fill an ice cube tray with water and divide shredded mint between the tray holes. Place in the freezer for 2 hours or until frozen. Meanwhile, place peppermint teabags in a large heatproof jug and pour over boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes then remove the teabags and place the jug in the fridge until chilled. To serve, combine apple juice with the chilled peppermint tea. Add lime juice. Transfer to a serving jug or punch bowl and add the mint ice cubes and some chopped apple.

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