Step 1

Cut a notch in a lemon wedge, then run the lemon around the rim of a martini glass. Dip the edge of the rim into a plate of superfine sugar.

Step 2

Place the vodka, cranberry juice, Cointreau, lemon juice, and syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake 15 seconds until cold.

Step 3

Strain the drink into a cocktail or martini glass. Garnish with cranberries and a lemon wedge and serve.