Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled
- 2 tablespoons lime juice plus extra for rimming the glass
- 1 –2 tablespoons honey or agave to taste
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Coarse sugar for the rim
- Lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip in coarse sugar. Set aside.
- In a blender, combine strawberries, lime juice, honey, and basil leaves. Blend until smooth.
- Fill each prepared glass halfway with ice. Pour the strawberry-basil mixture over the ice until about three-quarters full.
- Top each glass with cold sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with lime slices and basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for natural sweetness.
- Chill the fruit, sparkling water, and glasses ahead for a colder drink.
- For a twist, swap basil with mint or add a splash of pineapple juice!