Sparkling Blackberry Ginger Refresher Mocktail

1.In a sturdy cocktail shaker or mixing glass, combine the blackberries, fresh lime juice, and granulated sugar.

2.Gently muddle the ingredients together until the blackberries are broken down and have released their juices, creating a thick, pulpy base. Do not over-muddle to the point of pulverizing the seeds excessively.

3.Divide the muddled blackberry mixture evenly between two tall glasses (such as highball or Collins glasses).

4.Fill both glasses generously with ice cubes.

5.Top each glass with approximately 6 ounces of chilled ginger ale, pouring slowly to maintain carbonation.

6.Stir gently once or twice with a long spoon to slightly incorporate the blackberry mixture without losing all the fizz.

7.Garnish each mocktail with a few fresh blackberries threaded onto a cocktail pick, a thin slice of fresh ginger, and a lime wheel placed on the rim.