Make the simple syrup

• Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and stir until the sugar dissolves.
• Bring to a light boil over the heat, then remove from the stove.

Cool the syrup

• Let the simple syrup cool down to at least room temperature.

Prepare the mint

• Wash the mint and use only the leaves.
• Chop the leaves very finely.

Infuse the syrup with mint

• Stir most of the chopped mint into the cooled simple syrup, keeping a little aside.
• Let it sit so the syrup takes on a vibrant green color.

Assemble the lemonade

• Squeeze the lemons into a pitcher.
• Add the mint simple syrup and mix well.
• Add the cold water, the ice and the remaining mint, then stir everything together.

Serve

• Cut a fresh lemon into slices and add them to the pitcher.
• Serve well chilled.