Combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, and spices. Beat oil with egg, and stir into previous mixture. If too thick, stir in a tablespoon or so of the beer. Deep fry small batches of oysters until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Pat oysters dry with paper towels, and serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
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