2 cups loosely-packed lemon balm
1 cup loosely-packed mint (peppermint or spearmint)
6 cups hot water
juice of 4 fresh lemons (1 cup)
honey or sugar to taste
Place the leaves into a 2-quart jar or pitcher. Bruise them to release the flavor with a wooden spoon. Pour hot water over leaves and let sit for 1 hour. Strain and discard the leaves. Add lemon juice and honey or sugar to taste. Mix and serve over ice with sprigs of lemon balm or mint for garnish.
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