Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare the simple syrup: Place the water and sugar in a medium saucepan and bring ro a boil over high heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until the sugar dissolves.
2. 2
   Boil without stirring for 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Cool to room temperature.
4. 4
   Cover and refrigerate.
5. 5
   (Refrigerated, the syrup will keep for 3 to 4 weeks.)
6. 6
   In a large pitcher, combine 1 1/2 cups of the lemon juice with 1 cup simple syrup and 3 cups cold water.
7. 7
   Mix and pour into ice-cube trays and freeze.
8. 8
   When ready to serve, combine the remaining 1 1/2 cups lemon juice, 1 cup simple syrup and 3 cups soda water in a pitcher and mix.
9. 9
   Pour over tall glasses filled with the lemonade ice cubes.
10. 10
    Add a mint sprig to each and serve.