Licorice Mint Iced Tea

An easy, refreshing drink for any time. As written, the recipe is very sweet. I prefer my tea less sweet, so I usually decrease the amount of honey used. Cook time does not include cooling time.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 quart

Ingredients

• 6  cups water
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons  dried  licorice root
• 1  cinnamon stick
• 1⁄2 cup dried peppermint
• 1⁄2 cup honey

Directions

1. In a large pot bring water to a boil over high heat. Stir in the licorice and cinnamon; lower to a simmer, partially cover the pot, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in peppermint, cover and let steep for 10 minutes.
2. Place a large strainer lined with cheesecloth or damp paper towel over another pot or heat-proof bowl. Strain tea. Stir in honey until dissolved and let cool completely, about 1 hour. Serve over ice.