The Cosmopolitan, often referred to as the "Cosmo," is a chic and sophisticated cocktail that gained iconic status in the 1990s thanks to the popular TV show Sex and the City. A vibrant blend of vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice, it’s the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and citrusy.
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Cocktail shaker
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Hawthorne strainer
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Chilled martini glass
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Citrus peeler
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Chill the Glass:
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Fill a martini glass with ice water and set aside to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
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Combine Ingredients:
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In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, triple sec, lime juice, and cranberry juice.
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Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
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Shake Vigorously:
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Shake for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly frothy.
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Strain and Serve:
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Discard the ice water from the martini glass.
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Using a Hawthorne strainer, strain the cocktail into the chilled glass.
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Garnish:
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Garnish with a lemon twist or lime wheel for a classic look.
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For a festive touch, add a couple of fresh cranberries.
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Serve immediately while the cocktail is icy cold.
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The traditional Cosmo is served in a chilled martini glass to maintain its temperature and enhance its elegance.
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Appetizers: Shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon crostini, mini crab cakes.
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Main Course: Grilled chicken Caesar salad, lemon-butter shrimp pasta.
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Dessert: White chocolate mousse, key lime tart, or raspberry sorbet.
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Sweeter Cosmo: Add a splash of simple syrup or a dash of cranberry liqueur for a sweeter finish.
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Lighter Cosmo: Replace some of the vodka with sparkling water or prosecco for a lighter, bubbly version.
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Blood Orange Cosmo: Swap cranberry juice with blood orange juice for a vibrant, citrus-forward twist.
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Spicy Cosmo: Muddle a slice of jalapeño in the shaker before adding ice for a spicy kick.
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The Cosmopolitan became wildly popular in the 1990s, but it was actually created in the 1980s by bartender Toby Cecchini in Manhattan.
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The bright pink color and sweet-tart flavor make it a favorite among those who enjoy a vodka-forward drink with a splash of fruitiness.
Ingredients
Directions
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Cocktail shaker
-
Hawthorne strainer
-
Chilled martini glass
-
Citrus peeler
-
Chill the Glass:
-
Fill a martini glass with ice water and set aside to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
-
-
Combine Ingredients:
-
In a cocktail shaker, add vodka, triple sec, lime juice, and cranberry juice.
-
Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
-
-
Shake Vigorously:
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Shake for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly frothy.
-
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Strain and Serve:
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Discard the ice water from the martini glass.
-
Using a Hawthorne strainer, strain the cocktail into the chilled glass.
-
-
Garnish:
-
Garnish with a lemon twist or lime wheel for a classic look.
-
For a festive touch, add a couple of fresh cranberries.
-
-
Serve immediately while the cocktail is icy cold.
-
The traditional Cosmo is served in a chilled martini glass to maintain its temperature and enhance its elegance.
-
Appetizers: Shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon crostini, mini crab cakes.
-
Main Course: Grilled chicken Caesar salad, lemon-butter shrimp pasta.
-
Dessert: White chocolate mousse, key lime tart, or raspberry sorbet.
-
Sweeter Cosmo: Add a splash of simple syrup or a dash of cranberry liqueur for a sweeter finish.
-
Lighter Cosmo: Replace some of the vodka with sparkling water or prosecco for a lighter, bubbly version.
-
Blood Orange Cosmo: Swap cranberry juice with blood orange juice for a vibrant, citrus-forward twist.
-
Spicy Cosmo: Muddle a slice of jalapeño in the shaker before adding ice for a spicy kick.
-
The Cosmopolitan became wildly popular in the 1990s, but it was actually created in the 1980s by bartender Toby Cecchini in Manhattan.
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The bright pink color and sweet-tart flavor make it a favorite among those who enjoy a vodka-forward drink with a splash of fruitiness.