Cucumber Mint Lemonade

Instructions

1. Chop half of the Cucumber and add the chopped cucumber to a large pan.
2. Add the lemon juice, sugar, 2 cups of water and half of the mint leaves to the pan.
3. Put the pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally till the sugar is completely dissolved ( for about 5 mins). Remove pan from the heat.
4. Pour the liquid through a mesh or a strainer to remove any traces of solid cucumber or mint leaves.
5. Add the strained liquid to a large serving pitcher. Slice the remaining half a cucumber and one full lemon.
6. Next add the sliced cucumber and lemon to the serving pitcher along with 4 cups of water and the remaining mint leaves.
7. Stir well. Serve cold along with some cherries thrown in the bottom of the serving glasses, if desired. You may top it up with some crushed ice for that extra chill.