Citrus Mint Punch

Name: Citrus Mint Punch
Prep time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 18-20 servings (3 quarts).
Ingredients: 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves; 4 teaspoons grated orange zest; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 3 cups boiling water; 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed; 1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 6 cups cold water; Ice cubes; Additional mint leaves, optional

Mint gives this citrus punch some real spark. I especially like to serve this beverage at bridal and baby showers and during the summer months at luncheons.—Judith Anglen, Riverton, Wyoming

Ingredients

1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 cups boiling water
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
6 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Additional mint leaves, optional

Directions

Place mint and zest in a heat-resistant pitcher or bowl; add boiling water. Let steep 1 hour; strain. Add concentrates and water; stir well. Chill. Serve in chilled glasses over ice; garnish with mint if desired.

Editor's Note

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Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 67 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit.

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countryhearts

Jul 2, 2010

I've been making this recipe for several years. My family loves it and it's truly refreshing on a hot summer day. It's our favorite summertime beverage.