Bourbon Bog

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a cocktail shaker or small pitcher with ice.
2. 2
   Add the bourbon, cranberry juice, lemon syrup, and bitters.
3. 3
   Cover and shake vigorously until thoroughly mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
4. 4
   (In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.)
5. 5
   Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
6. 6
   Drop 2 to 3 cranberries in the glass.
7. 7
   Drink.
8. 8
   Put the lemon wedges, sugar, and water into a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
9. 9
   Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
11. 11
    Yield: 1 cup syrup