Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1 oz strawberry syrup
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh strawberries
- 5–6 mint leaves
- 2 oz gin
- 3 oz lemonade
- Sparkling water, for topping (optional)
- Mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Create the strawberry syrup by combining sugar and water over medium heat. Add diced strawberries and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool.
- Muddle the strawberry syrup, chopped strawberries, and mint leaves in a cocktail glass.
- Add gin to the muddled mixture and stir to combine flavors.
- Fill the glass with ice and pour lemonade over it. Top with sparkling water if desired.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe, in-season strawberries for the best flavor.
Adjust sweetness to your preference by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
Experiment with flavored gins for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 32
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.1
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0