Sweet Tea with Mint

from ButterYum

makes 1 gallon

Ingredients

  • 8 cups water

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 8 tea bags

  • 5-6 mint leaves

  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

  • 8 cups ice

  • Additional mint leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. Bring water and sugar to a full boil.

  2. Remove from heat and add tea bags.

  3. Steep for 20-30 minutes.

  4. Add mint leaves and baking soda; stir well.

  5. Pour tea over ice and enjoy.