Ingredients
2 cups cold water1-1/2 cups sugar3/4 cup lemon juice6 mint sprigs5 cups ice cubes2-1/2 cups ginger ale, chilledLemon slices and additional mint, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the water, sugar, lemon juice and mint. Let stand for at least 45 minutes.
Strain and discard mint. Place ice cubes in two 2-qt. pitchers; add half of the lemon mixture and ginger ale to each. Garnish with lemon and mint if desired.