Blackberry Pineapple Mojito

Doesn't this just sound like summer?

For simple syrup: put sugar and 2 teaspoons water in a glass bowl and microwave on full power for 10 to 15 seconds , or until sugar is dissolved.

Drop blackberries , pineapple , and mint leaves into a sturdy glass and crush to a pulp with the end of a wooden spoon.

Add the simple syrup , lime juice , and rum.

Pour the contents into an old-fashioned glass and then back into first glass.

Repeat until thoroughly mixed , then pour back into old-fashioned glass.

Add ice cubes and seltzer.

Stir.

Garnish with sprig of mint and lime wedge.

sugar, blackberries, fresh pineapple chunks, fresh mint leaves, fresh lime juice, rum, seltzer water