# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
→ Sweetener
03 - 2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey
→ Spice
04 - 1 small red chili (fresno or jalapeño), seeded and finely sliced
05 - Pinch of chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
→ Liquids
06 - 1 ½ cups sparkling water (chilled)
→ Garnish
07 - Lime wheels or strawberry slices
08 - Fresh mint sprigs (optional)
09 - Chili flakes (optional, for rim)
# Directions:
01 - In a mixing glass or pitcher, muddle the sliced strawberries and chili with lime juice and agave syrup until well combined and juicy.
02 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean jug to remove pulp and chili pieces, if desired (or leave some for extra texture and heat).
03 - Fill two glasses with ice. Pour the strawberry-lime-chili mixture evenly into each glass.
04 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
05 - Garnish with lime wheels, fresh strawberry slices, mint sprigs, or a sprinkle of chili flakes on the rim for extra flair.
