make this in advance. Put all the ingredients into a small pot and bring to the boil. Allow to simmer for about 10 - 15 mins (low heat). Allow to cool, strain and refrigerate.

To make the cocktail add all the ingredients into a beaker, or bowl and muddle it all together ensuring that the strawberries are broken down. Strain this through a small sieve , pressing down so that all the liquid comes out.

Pour this into a tall glass with loads of ice and top up with soda water (if you want tit a little sweeter you can use lemonade or add more sugar syrup)

Add your garnish and serve.