Citrus Cooler
["1/2 to 3/4 c. granulated sugar", "3/4 c. water", "3/4 c. fresh mint, coarsely chopped", "juice of 1 grapefruit", "juice of 1 lime", "1 (6 oz.) can pineapple juice", "2 Tbsp. maraschino juice (optional)", "orange stripes and mint sprigs (for garnish)"]
["In saucepan, combine the sugar and water.", "Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.", "Pour over mint leaves in a bowl.", "Cover.", "Let steep for 10 to 20 minutes.", "Strain."]
["sugar", "water", "fresh mint", "lime", "pineapple juice", "maraschino juice", "orange stripes"]