Lemon and Pomegranate Refresher

A refreshing drink from Smoothies and Summer Drinks. Cook time is chill time and only an estimate.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  hibiscus lemon tea bags
• 1 1⁄2 cups boiling water
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 3  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1⁄2 cups pomegranate juice
• 1  cup  club soda, well chilled
•  ice
• 4  lemon wedges

Directions

1. Place tea bags in large heatproof mug or pitcher and add boiling water. Steep for 5 minutes.
2. Remove and discard bags then refrigerate until cold.
3. Combine tea, sugar, lemon juice and pomegranate juice in a tall pitcher. Stir well. (can be done several hours in advance and kept chilled).
4. Just before serving pour in club soda and stir once or twice to mix.
5. Pour into 4 sugar-rimmed, ice-filled glasses. Garnish with lemon wedges.