Minty Lemonade Fizz Sparkle (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 medium lemons)
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½ cup granulated sugar
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10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
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2 cups chilled sparkling water
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Ice cubes, for serving
# Instructions:
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Juice the lemons to produce 1 cup of fresh lemon juice, straining to remove seeds and pulp.
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In a mixing bowl, blend lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
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Add chopped mint leaves to the lemon-sugar mixture and let stand for 5 minutes to infuse flavor.
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Pour the chilled sparkling water into a large pitcher. Gently add the infused lemon-mint mixture, stirring lightly to combine.
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Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade fizz over the ice. Garnish with additional mint sprigs if desired and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For a less sweet drink, reduce the sugar or substitute with a natural sweetener to taste.