Strawberry-Rose Agua Fresca

Ingredients

• 1 lb. strawberries, hulled, plus whole strawberries for serving
• 1/4 cup mint leaves, plus sprigs for serving
• 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 2 Tbsp. light agave nectar
• 1 tsp. rose water (optional)
• Club soda and lime wheels (for serving)

Directions

1. Purée hulled strawberries, mint leaves, lime juice, agave nectar, rose water (if using), and 2 cups cold water in a blender until smooth. Transfer purée to an airtight container, cover, and chill until cold, about 1 hour.
2. Skim off any foam from surface and pour purée into four 12-oz. glasses filled with ice (glasses should be about two-thirds full). Top off with club soda and garnish with mint sprigs, lime wheels, and whole strawberries.