Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 sprigs mint, leaves only, plus more for garnish
• Rock candy, for garnish
• 8 cups brewed black tea (use 6 tea bags)
• 6 ounces lemon flavored vodka

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat combine the sugar with 1/2 cup water and add in the 2 sprigs of mint leaves. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and let cool.
2. In a large pitcher stir together the tea with the sugar syrup. Serve chilled over ice with a sprig of mint and a piece of rock candy for garnish. Add vodka, if desired.