Cooking Steps
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook until dissolved. Let cool.
In a blender, combine strawberries and 1 cup water. Blend until pureed.
Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain puree and discard any solids that remain.
In a large pitcher, combine simple syrup, strawberry puree, lemon juice, and remaining 4 cups water.
Adjust with more water or lemon juice to taste.
Serve over ice with mint, if desired.
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