Raspberry Drink (malynovyi napii)

Instructions

1. Heat 500 ml of water with the sugar until fully dissolved.
2. Mash the raspberries with a fork in a large bowl.
3. Pour the hot syrup over the raspberries, then add the lightly bruised mint leaves.
4. Leave to infuse for 15 minutes, covered.
5. Strain the liquid through a sieve, then add the lemon juice and the remaining cold water.
6. Serve chilled, with ice cubes if you like.