Step 1

Wash strawberries dry with a paper towel, then cut the tops off and cut them into quarters.

Step 2

Place your cut strawberries in a medium bowl.

Step 3

Add balsamic vinegar and maple syrup to the bowl.

Step 4

Gently mix strawberries, balsamic, and syrup together.

Step 5

Let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.

Step 6

Stir, and use it as an ingredient in the drink.

Step 7

In a pint glass (or other decorative glass)

Step 8

Add two large balsamic strawberries, one tablespoon of the balsamic syrup from the strawberry mixture, and 4 fresh basil leaves to your glass.

Step 9

Gently muddle the strawberries and basil to release the aromatic essences.

Step 10

Add ice and top with sparkling water.

Step 11

Stir to mix well.