Mock Mint Julep

It is summertime, and here is a twist to spirited treat that the whole family can enjoy!

3/4 cups of sugar
1 cup of water
Juice of 3 lemons
4 springs of mint, bruised
1 pint of ginger ale

Boil sugar and water.  Cool.  Add lemon juice, mint, and ginger ale.  Serve in tall glasses half filled with crushed ice.  Garnish each with 2 sprigs of mint.

Happy Drinking!