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1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 cups sparkling water

Ice cubes

Extra basil leaves and strawberries for garnish

1. In a blender, combine the sliced strawberries, basil leaves, honey, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.

3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove the seeds.

5. Add the sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently to combine.

7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mocktail over the ice.

9. Garnish with extra basil leaves and sliced strawberries before serving.

For a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of honey or agave syrup to taste.

This mocktail can be made ahead of time; just add sparkling water just before serving.

Keywords: mocktail, strawberry, basil, drink