Strawberry Shag

Sugared strawberries for about 6 drinks
Strawberries, stemmed, thinly sliced	1 pint
Sugar, powdered	1 ½ cups
For 1 Shag:
Basil, large sprigs, rinsed, torn	1 to 2
Strawberry mixture with juice	¼ cup
Vodka	1 ½ ounce
Lemon juice, freshly squeezed	1 ounce
Soda water, chilled	3 to 4 ounces
Strawberry, cut made in base	garnish
Basil leaf, small	garnish

1. Combine strawberries and sugar in a small bowl, and let sit for 15 minutes before using. 
2. In a cocktail shaker, press the basil and strawberries together with a muddler to release the basil’s flavor. 
3. Fill the shaker with ice. 
4. Pour in the measures of vodka and juice. 
5. Cap, and shake vigorously. 
6. Pour into a large glass, top with soda water, and stir. 
7. Garnish with strawberry and small basil leaf.

Recipe from Sips & Apps by Kathy Casey.