Strawberry Gin Smash

Step 1

In a small sauce pot, whisk together water, cane sugar, and diced strawberries. Bring the mixture to a boil on medium heat.

Step 2

Mash the berries around a bit to encourage them to turn into a jam-like substance.

Step 3

Reduce to a simmer for 5-10 minutes until the sugar dissolves, then remove from the heat and let cool for 20 minutes.

Step 4

In a cocktail shaker (or tall glass), add 4 large strawberries and the juice from the lime. Give it a gentle muddle.

Step 5

Add the gin and 2 oz of strawberry simple syrup. Stir.

Step 6

Fill two glasses with ice. Strain the gin strawberry mixture into each glass.

Step 7

Top each glass with club soda and garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a strawberry slice. Enjoy!