Strawberry Shag

I found this in our local newspaper. I have not tried it but it sounds good on a hot summer day.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 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 ounces vodka
• 1  ounce lemon juice
• 3 -4  ounces  chilled soda water

Directions

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.