Ingredients

2 cups water

1 bunch coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves and stems (about 1 cup)

1 to 2 tablespoons honey

lemon wedges (optional)

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, combine water and mint and bring to a boil. Remove from heat; let steep 5 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve (discard solids) into a teapot or container, and mix in 1 to 2 tablespoons honey to taste. Serve with lemon wedges.