Mint Limeade

Ingredients

• 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh coarsely chopped
• 1 cup juice of lime fresh ( 12 limes)
• 1.8 cups sugar 
• 6 cups water divided

Equipment

• bowl
• sauce pan
• sieve

Directions

1. Combine 2 cups water, sugar, and chopped mint in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook until sugar dissolves, stirring frequently.
2. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Strain through a sieve into a bowl; discard solids.
3. Combine the remaining 4 cups water, sugar syrup, and lime juice in a large pitcher, stirring well.
4. Serve over ice; garnish with mint sprigs and lime slices, if desired.