Description
A refreshing, alcohol-free summer mocktail made with fresh blackberries, ginger ale, and lime juice. It is simple to make, visually stunning, and perfect for parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blackberries (300g)
- 2 bottles ginger ale (1.5 liters)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (45ml)
- 4–6 lime wheels for garnish
- Ice (as needed)
- Optional: 6-8 fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the blackberries, removing any stems. Place them in the bottom of a large pitcher.
- Using a muddler or the back of a fork, crush the blackberries against the side of the pitcher to release juice and color. Do not over-muddle to avoid bitterness.
- Pour the fresh lime juice over the mashed berries and stir gently to combine.
- Fill the pitcher about halfway with ice.
- Slowly pour the chilled ginger ale over the ice and berry mixture to preserve carbonation.
- Gently stir once or twice to mix. Taste and adjust with more lime or ginger ale if needed.
- Serve immediately with a lime wheel on top.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe blackberries for best flavor. Ginger ale must be ice-cold to prevent the drink from going flat. Do not over-muddle the berries to avoid releasing bitter seeds. The berry-lime base can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours, but add ginger ale just before serving to keep it bubbly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 15
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: mocktail, summer drink, blackberry, ginger ale, non-alcoholic, party drink, easy recipe, gluten-free, vegan