Virgin Dark & Stormy

Method

1. 1

   Make the dark syrup

   Stir molasses, lime juice, and grated fresh ginger together in a small bowl until combined.

   
2. 2

   Fill the glass with ice

   Fill a highball glass to the top with ice cubes.

   
3. 3

   Pour the ginger beer

   Pour cold ginger beer over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full.

   
4. 4

   Float the dark syrup and serve

   Slowly pour the molasses mixture over the back of a spoon so it floats on top, creating the 'dark and stormy' effect. Garnish with a lime wedge and candied ginger.