I"m not sure why .. but this sounds very good to me!
Now .. to find the mint.

"PeterLucas" > wrote in message
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> Yeah, it's a drink, but what the hell!!
>
> Combine 1 sliced lemon, 1 cup mint leaves, 8 slices of ginger and 4 cups
> of
> boiling water.
>
> Allow to steep before drinking, or cool completely, add ice cubes for a
> nice iced tea.
>