Strawberry season is finally here! Roadside stands with farm-fresh berries are popping up all around me. Since the weather is warm, I have Mojitos on my mind. This combination of basil and strawberries is my favorite Mojito variation.

Strawberry Basil Mojito

4 large basil leaves
3 strawberries, sliced
1 1/2 ounces light rum
1 ounce simple syrup
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
4 ounces club soda

Muddle the basil, strawberries, and simple syrup at the bottom of a Collins glass. Add rum and lime juice, then fill with ice and top off with club soda.

Photo by Jackson Stakeman