Sparkling Lemonade

Serves 12

2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 cups water

1 cup crushed ice

1¾ cups superfine granulated sugar

1 (2 liter) bottle of club soda (chilled)

Lemon wedges (for garnish)

Mint sprigs (for garnish)

Ice cubes

1. In a blender, combine lemon juice, water, crushed ice, and sugar. Blend until smooth. Pour into a large pitcher.
2. To the pitcher, add club soda. Stir well.  
3. Serve immediately over ice (before the carbonation fizzes out). If desired, garnish with mint and lemon wedges.