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Prepare the ginger, apples and lemon zest, juice and slices.
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Combine water, ginger slices, apple cores and lemon zest in a pot and bring to a boil. Turn off heat, cover, and steep for 1 hour.
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Remove the apple core and ginger pieces. Strain liquid using a mesh sieve into a pitcher and add honey, diced apples, lemon juice, lemon slices and mint.
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Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.
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Serve over ice with a garnish of fresh mint and lemon slices, if desired.