Limeade with Herbs

Step 1

Juice the 6 limes to get about 1 cup of juice; set aside. Save one lime half for garnish if desired.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of the water and 0.5 cup sugar. Heat over medium, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup is clear, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the syrup from heat and stir in the 0.25 cup mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes, then strain out the mint and let the syrup cool.

Step 4

In a large pitcher, mix the lime juice, the mint syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well.

Step 5

Fill glasses with the 2 cups ice cubes and pour the limeade over. Garnish with extra mint or a lime slice if you like.

Step 6

Serve immediately, or chill in the fridge for up to 2 hours before serving.