Iced Mint Drink

Directions

1. 1
   Pound mint leaves to a pulp.
2. 2
   Add 2 tablespoons sugar and pound again.
3. 3
   Make a syrup by boiling 2 1/2 pints of water with remaining sugar for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Take pan off heat; allow to cool. Add the lemon juice and mint pulp.
5. 5
   Stir well together.
6. 6
   Chill for several hours.