Directions

1. Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium to low heat.
2. Bring to a slight boil and stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves.
3. Turn off the heat and allow the simple syrup to cool.
4. Add, 18 of the raspberries, the mint leaves and the simple syrup in a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Strain the mixture and pour into a pitcher then add 1 1/3 cups water.
6. Pour the mixture into each glass over ice. Top with mint sprigs and the remaining raspberries. Serve immediately.