by JoanG
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JoanG's Notes:
Expand2 tablespoons loose green tea Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup fresh mint leaves Ask a question about this ingredient
1 organic lime Ask a question about this ingredient
4 cups cold filtered or spring water Ask a question about this ingredient
1/3 cup organic cane surgar Ask a question about this ingredient
4 ounces ginger liqueur (e.g, Canton) optional Ask a question about this ingredient
8 fresh mint leaves Ask a question about this ingredient
4 slices of lime for garnish Ask a question about this ingredient
Remove the rind from the line in a few big strips. Juice the lime.
Ask a question about this stepPut the tea, mint leaves, and lime peel in a 6-8 cup French press or in an infusion basket in a large teapot. Boil the water and pour into the teapot. Let step about 10 minutes
Ask a question about this stepPlunge the French press or remove the infusion basket from the teapot. Stir in the sugar and lime juice. Taste and add more sugar if desired. Cool in the refrigerator.
Ask a question about this stepWhen ready to serve, pour half of the tea mixture into a blender. Add 2 ounces of the liqueur. Add 8-10 ice cubes. Add a half of the extra mint leaves and blend until slushy.
Ask a question about this stepPour into 2 glasses, add straws, and garnish with a slice of lime, if desired. Repeat for 2 more servings. Sip, slurp, and enjoy!
Ask a question about this stepThanks AppleAnnie! Yes, find that Canton liqueur. It is amazing and I know you will use it in delicious and imaginative ways!
Oh my! I never thought my Sweet Tea Slush would be such a lovely inspiration...this sounds amazing!
I love the drinks that are combining teas with liqueur...and my personal preference is for ginger and green tea!
This sounds exotic and icily refreshing all at the same time! Need to find that Canton liqueur!