Island Cosmo Recipe

Cocktail

1. 1

   Chill glass

   Place a coupe or martini glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water while preparing the cocktail to thoroughly chill.

2. 2

   Combine ingredients

   Add coconut rum, citrus vodka, fresh lime juice, pomegranate juice, simple syrup, and grenadine into a cocktail shaker.

3. 3

   Add ice and shake

   Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup). Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch and the outside is frosted — this both chills and slightly dilutes the drink for balance.

4. 4

   Strain

   Discard the ice or water from the chilled glass. Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe or martini glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine-mesh strainer if available to remove tiny ice shards and any pulp.

5. 5

   Garnish and serve

   Float a lime wheel or twist on the rim or surface. If desired, sprinkle the teaspoon of pomegranate seeds into the drink for visual appeal. Serve immediately.