Muddle 3 of the strawberries, add to the pitcher. Pour in your soda or water with the sugar and ice. Stir to mix together well. Pour into glasses with a sprig of mint and 1 fresh berry on the side of the glass.
* If you are concerned with the sugar not dissolving completely you can boil it with water on the stovetop first, then allow to cool and use that instead. OR use a liquid sugar substitute.