JULEP-STYLE LEMONADE

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Provided by Food Network

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 mint leaves plus more for garnish
2 1/4 ounces simple syrup (recipe follows)
1 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
Ice
Club soda
Lemon wheels
4 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Simple Syrup: Heat sugar and water in saucepan over low flame until sugar is completely dissolved. (Simple syrup can be stored in sealed container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.)
  • In a mixing glass, gently muddle the mint leaves, simple syrup and lemon juice. Fill pint glass with ice. Shake all ingredients well and strain using a spring strainer over fresh ice. Top with club soda and garnish with mint leaves and a lemon wheel.

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