In a small saucepan combine the water, sugar and mint leaves to make the simple syrup. Bring to a simmer and allow to simmer for a couple of minutes, until the mint leaves are slightly wilted. Remove from heat.

Cool briefly to room temperature and pour through a strainer to remove the mint leaves. Set aside the mint simple syrup.

In a blender add the ice, water, fresh lime juice and mint simple syrup.

Blend to desired consistency. Can add more ice to make more of a slushy style drink.

Serve immediately and enjoy!