Mojiteade

6 1/2 cups water
2 mint-flavoured teabags
1 can frozen limeade
1 lime
Fresh mint leaves

Hands-on Time: About 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time: About 1 hour or more

I created this recipe to provide an interesting twist on limeade, which I find can sometimes taste too sour by itself as prepared from frozen concentrates. The idea was to take the concept of a Mojito and create a non-alcoholic variant, and it is very easy to make.

Boil the water. With this quantity of water, I find it easier to use Mason jars in the microwave rather than a kettle on the stove, especially as most Mason jars are labelled with measurements on the side so you can see how much water you are adding. Two 3-1/2-cup-capacity Mason jars can be used and heated at the same time, for about 10-15 minutes on high power. When the water has boiled, add 1 teabag to each jar and let steep for about 10 minutes.

Remove the water and empty the tea into a pitcher or punch bowl. Add the frozen limeade and stir. Refrigerate the mixture for at least one hour to let it chill. Serve over ice garnished with slices of lime and fresh mint leaves.