Irany Minty Lemonade

Instructions

1. Put the mint leaves in a mixing bowl.
2. Pour the hot syrup over them; stir and leave to cool.
3. Add the lemon juice and mix.
4. To serve as a dip, strain the mixture into a small serving bowl.
5. Place bowl on a large serving platter and surround with the lettuce leaves.
6. Add ten to twelve ice cubes right before serving.
7. For a drink add about 1 cup of water to the flavored syrup and mix.
8. Strain into two glasses.
9. Add seven or eight ice cubes to each glass.
10. Serve.