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Matthew Evans' grown-up strawberry slushie

Name: Matthew Evans' grown-up strawberry slushie
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 250 g (9 oz) fresh strawberries, stems removed; 2–3 tablespoons sugar; Squeeze of lemon juice; 50 ml (1¾ fl oz) Grand Marnier (orange-flavoured cognac liqueur); 25 ml (1 fl oz) vodka; 2 small basil leaves, washed; 350 g (12 oz) ice, crushed

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"I’ve always been a fan of the iced fruit drink. So much so that it still reminds me of my childhood. But sometimes you want just a little more than fruit, sugar and water, and that’s where this drink comes in. The amount of sugar I’ve given is a guide: let your taste determine how much to use because strawberries vary a lot in sweetness depending on season, location and variety. The vodka, however, is probably a bit more consistent." Matthew Evans.

250 g (9 oz) fresh strawberries, stems removed
2–3 tablespoons sugar
Squeeze of lemon juice
50 ml (1¾ fl oz) Grand Marnier (orange-flavoured cognac liqueur)
25 ml (1 fl oz) vodka
2 small basil leaves, washed
350 g (12 oz) ice, crushed

Method

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Liquidise or purée the strawberries with the sugar in a blender or food processor. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse until slushy. Serve immediately in four daiquiri or martini glasses.

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