Directions

1. To make the cranberry syrup: bring 1/2 cup water, the maple syrup, and cranberries in a medium pot and boil over high heat.
2. Boil 5 minutes or until the cranberries begin to burst, then remove from the heat.
3. Stir in the orange zest. Let cool.
4. Combine 2-3 tablespoons cranberry syrup, the bourbon, lemon juice, cranberry juice, and orange bitters in a cocktail shaker.
5. Add ice and shake. Strain into a glass.
6. You can ground the spices in a motor and pestle too.
7. Boil milk in a heavy bottomed pan.
8. Garnish with orange slice.