Blackberry and Lime Flavoured Gin & Tonic-cocktail (4 servings, great as a welcome drink)

Ingredients 2 dl (~6.6 fl oz) tonic syrup (or just ordinary tonic water)1 untreated lime1 handful blackberries8-12 ice cubesApprox 6 dl sparkling waterGin according to tasteA small handful of rose petals (e.g. rose hips) How To Mix Mix…

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