Blueberry Mint Iced Tea

For the blueberry mint simple syrup:
1. Stir together sugar and water in saucepan over medium heat until dissolved. Gently crush mint leaves between palms and add to mixture along with the blueberries.
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until berries are soft enough to crush with the back of a spoon against the side of the pan.
3. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.

For the iced tea:
1. Brew tea in iced tea maker according to manufacturer’s directions for amounts of water and ice, using both tea bags in one brewed batch.
2. Pour brewed tea into a large beverage container (at least 1-gallon size). Strain simple syrup and add to tea in container. Continue filling with additional water and ice. Stir and serve. Add a extra fresh blueberries to the container for garnish.