4cupsfiltered water (may adjust to taste)(or sparkling water)
2cupsfresh lemon juice
2mediumlemons thinly sliced
ice, additional lemon slices and mint for serving
Instructions
On the stovetop in a small saucepan over medium high heat mix together sugar, water and lemon juice. Heat, stirring until sugar has fully dissolved, then remove from heat.
Add to a one gallon pitcher with water, lemon juice and sliced lemon. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours.
Just before serving, add ice and serve with additional lemon slices and mint for garnishing, if desired.