Alaska Cooler

By shawnanewton

A super-refreshing drink that's wonderful in the summer with the mint and fruit juices.

Ingredients

• 1 c. sugar
• 1 c. water
• 1/4 c. chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 c. lemon juice
• 1 c. orange juice
• 1 c. pineapple juice
• Sparkling water
• Maraschino cherries
• Mint leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Make a simple syrup by cooking sugar and water together for about 3 mins. Pour over mint leaves and add lemon, orange and pineapple juice. Strain and chill in refrigerator. To make the drinks place ice cubes or chipped ice in chilled glasses. Pour 1/2 c. of the fruit-flavored syrup into each glass. Add about a half cup sparkling water to each. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and fresh mint leaves.