Dark and Stormy

Directions

1. 1
   In a small pot over medium heat, combine the sugar, water and the ginger.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil then shut off the heat and let cool to room temperature.
3. 3
   Fill 4 glasses with ice.
4. 4
   Pour seltzer water into the bottom third of each glass.
5. 5
   Add 1/4 cup of the ginger simple syrup to each glass and gently stir.
6. 6
   Put a teaspoon upside down over the glass and pour 1 shot of rum over the spoon, so that the rum stays separated from the seltzer.
7. 7
   Put slice of ginger and lime wedge onto each skewer.
8. 8
   Garnish each drink with the skewer and enjoy.