The Bishop's Giggle Wine Cocktail

Step 1: Combine the lemon slices and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Muddle well with a muddler (or the end a wooden spoon).

Step 2: Fill the cocktail shaker halfway full with ice cubes. Add the rum and shake well.

Step 3: Add a few ice cubes to each of 4 wine glasses or goblets. Strain over ice.

Step 4: Top off each glass with 2 ounces of red wine. Stir briefly, but seriously. Garnish with the lemon slices and serve.

NOTE: Lemon wheels are achieved by cutting slices and then slicing up to the the center of the slice. Fit the cut end onto top rim of glass as a garnish

FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP

Step 5: Combine the water and sugar in a medium-size saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 6: Lower the heat a bit, keeping the mixture at a low boil for 3-4 minutes.

Step 7: Turn off the heat and let the syrup cook completely in the pan.

Step 8: Store in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator.

Step 9: Remainder of simple syrup that is not used can be used for another recipe. Stores well in the refrigerator.