Sbiten (Russian Spiced Honey Drink)
4 cups water 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup sugar 4 cardamom pods 2 cloves 2-3 slices fresh ginger 1 cinnamon stick 1 Tbs chopped mint leaves 1 tsp grated lemon zest
Combine all ingredients in a pot and bring to a simmer over moderate heat. Remove from the heat and steep covered for 10 to 20 minutes. Strain and reheat before serving.
Serves 4.
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