Ginger Iced Tea

Directions

1. 1
   Place the ginger in a large, nonaluminum bowl.
2. 2
   Pour in 4 cups of the water, cover and let stand undisturbed for 48 hours.
3. 3
   Line a sieve with cheesecloth and place over a saucepan.
4. 4
   Strain the ginger water through the sieve, then add the sugar to the saucepan.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer, undisturbed, for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat, stir in the tea and cover.
7. 7
   Let steep for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Strain into a large, heatproof pitcher and pour in the remaining 6 cups water.
9. 9
   Stir well, cover and refrigerate until well chilled.
10. 10
    Pour over cracked ice in tall glasses.