Stir together sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a light boil, and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
Remove from heat; add sage leaves, and let stand 5 minutes.
Remove and discard leaves.
Stir together syrup, club soda, orange juice, and bourbon in a large pitcher; add ice cubes to fill.