Strawberry Basil Cooler

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 cup cold sparkling water
• ice

Method

1. 1

   In the bottom of a glass, gently muddle the basil leaves with the lime juice for about 10 seconds — this releases the aromatic oils without shredding the leaves into bitter bits.

2. 2

   Blend the strawberries with a splash of water until smooth, then strain if you prefer a pulp-free drink.

3. 3

   Pour the strawberry puree into the glass with the muddled basil, add ice.

4. 4

   Top with sparkling water and stir gently before serving.