Recipe

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• 3 -4 large fresh strawberries, thinly sliced , plus 1 whole berry for garnish
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 -2 large basil sprig, plus extra for garnish
• ice
• 1 1/2 oz vodka
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 3 -4 oz chilled soda water

• 1 In a small bowl, combine the strawberries and sugar, toss well. Let sit for 15 minutes.
• 2 In a cocktail shaker, combine the basil and strawberries and any juice collected in the bowl. Gently crush using a muddler or wooden spoon.
• 3 Fill the shaker with ice, then add the vodka and lemon juice. Cap the shaker.
• 4 Shake vigorously. Pour into a large glass, then top with soda water. Stir.
• 5 Garnish with a strawberry and fresh basil.