Apricot Iced Tea

Ingredients

• 16 tea, black, bags

• 12 cup(s) boiling water

• 1 cup(s) mint, fresh

• 6 can(s) apricot nectar, 11 1/2 to 12 ounces each

• 2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• apricots, wedges

• sprig(s) mint, fresh

Directions

1. . In a very large heatproof pitcher, combine tea bags, boiling water, and the 1 cup mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard tea bags and mint. Cover tea; let stand for 1 hour. Stir in apricot nectar and vanilla. Cover and chill for 4 to 48 hours.

2. To serve, fill tall glasses with ice cubes. Fill with tea mixture. If desired, garnish with apricot wedges and/or mint sprigs