Virgin Island Iced Tea

Ingredients:

• 4 oz Lemongrass
• 1 Whole Ginger Root (approx. 4 oz)
• 4 oz Rock Balsam
• 2 Whole Cloves
• 3 oz Agave (or 1 cup brown sugar)
• 2 tbsp Lime Juice

Instructions:

1. Bring a gallon of water to a boil in a large pot.
2. Add lemongrass, rock balsam, ginger root, and cloves to the boiling water.
3. Allow the mixture to simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse the flavors.
4. Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.
5. Strain the mixture to remove the solids.
6. Stir in lime juice and agave (or brown sugar) to sweeten the tea according to your taste preferences.
7. Chill the tea in the refrigerator until cold.
8. Serve the Virgin Island Iced Tea over ice, garnished with a slice of lime.

Enjoy this refreshing beverage with a warm VI smile.

Note:  Adjust the sweetness by adding agave/brown sugar according to your preference.

Credit:  The B-Hive Farm Collective