Creamy Strawberry Mint Daiquiri

To make the strawberry puree, blend fresh strawberries in a small chopper or blender with about a teaspoon of water for every 3 large berries. Pour the mixture into a pitcher through a fine sieve to remove the seeds and store in the refrigerator. It will take approximately 3 strawberries to make an ounce of puree.

In the bottom of a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces of the puree and mint and muddle together. Add the remaining ingredients and about 5 ice cubes. Shake well and pour into a chilled daiquiri or margarita glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

Note that you can substitute fresh basil for the mint and it is a great flavor combination with the strawberries.