Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan combine the water, the rosemary, and the allspice.
  2. Bring to boiling.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Cover and let stand for 1 hour or until cool.
  5. Remove two of the rosemary sprigs; wrap, and chill to use later for garnishing the pitcher.
  6. Strain liquid through a fine sieve, discarding solids.
  7. Stir sugar into strained liquid until dissolved.
  8. Cover and chill 1 to 24 hours.
  9. To serve, in large pitcher combine herb-spice liquid, lemon and lime juices, and cold water.
  10. Float lemon and/or lime slices and reserved rosemary sprigs in pitcher.
  11. Serve in tall glasses over ice.
  12. Makes seven 12-ounce servings.
  13. Enjoy!
  14. Note: cook time is just the time it takes to boil the water, it may vary.