Mint Orangeade
["1 1/2 c. sugar", "1 tsp. shredded orange peel (optional)", "1 c. fresh mint, lightly crushed", "2 c. orange juice", "1 1/4 c. lemon juice", "ginger ale or club soda, chilled"]
["Combine 2 1/2 cups water and sugar in saucepan; bring to boil. Pour over mint.", "Add juice.", "Cover; let steep at least one hour. Strain; cover and chill.", "For each drink, pour 1/3 cup fruit mix into tall glass over ice, if desired.", "Fill with chilled ginger ale or club soda.", "Makes 6 cups drink base."]
["sugar", "orange peel", "fresh mint", "orange juice", "lemon juice", "ginger ale"]