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1 1/2 oz. rum

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4–5 large strawberries

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1 oz. simple syrup

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3/4 oz. lime juice

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1 cup ice

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Garnish: Strawberry (optional)

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In a highball glass add sugar, squeeze and drop in lime wedges. Crush gently to release the juices. Put mint leaves between your palms and clap your hands. Rub leaves on rim and drop into lime juice. Half fill glass with ice and pour in rum. Stir ingredients together. Top with ice and add splash of club soda. Garnish with sprig of mint.