Strawberry, Lime and Champagne Cocktail

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with 1/2 cup water and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, or until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Let the sugar syrup cool completely.

3. 3

   In a food processor, pur`the strawberries with their syrup and the lime juice, transfer the mixture to a large punch bowl, forcing it through a fine sieve if desired, and stir in the sugar syrup, the brandy, and the club soda.

4. 4

   Chill the mixture, covered, until it is cold.

5. 5

   Add the champagne slowly just before serving and serve the punch in punch glasses, each garnished with a strawberry slice and a lime slice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.