Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, add the sugar and half of the water. Mix well until all of the sugar is dissolved. Then bring to a boil on high heat and constantly stir while you wait for it to turn into a syrup-like consistency. Once that happens, remove from heat and allow it to cool down completely before moving on to your next step.
   

2. Place cubed mangoes in a blender along with lemon juice and pulse until smooth liquid forms, which takes about one minute or so at high speed.
   

3. Pour this mixture through a strainer set over a bowl, then use a rubber spatula to push as much liquid out as possible.
   

4. Add the remaining 3 cups of water, lemon juice, and prepared syrup to the pitcher and stir.