Pomegranate-Orange Pekoe Iced Tea

• Basic Simple Syrup
• 2 oranges, zest removed in strips
• 8 cups cold water
• 9 orange pekoe tea bags
• 2 cups pomegranate juice
• Ice cubes
• 1 orange, sliced into 8 rounds

1. Prepare the Basic Simple Syrup as directed, adding the strips of orange zest before bringing it to a boil.
2. Remove from the heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
3. Strain the orange syrup into a large measuring cup.
4. In a large saucepan, bring the cold water to a boil.
5. Remove from the heat and add the tea bags; let steep for 5 minutes.
6. Remove the tea bags and let cool to room temperature.
7. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled.
8. Pour the tea and pomegranate juice into a large pitcher.
9. Stir in 3/4 cup of the orange syrup, or more to taste; refrigerate the rest for later use.
10. Serve in 8 tall glasses over ice, garnished with a slice of orange.

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Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/pomegranate-orange-pekoe-iced-tea (may not work)