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In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer while stirring often, then remove from heat and allow to cool.
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Juice 6 to 8 small lemons to yield 1 cup fresh lemon juice. Pour the juice into a pitcher.
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Add 5 cups cold water and ¼ cup 100% pure cranberry juice to the pitcher. Stir to combine.
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Pour the cooled simple syrup into the pitcher and stir well to combine.
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Pour the lemonade into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint before serving.