Cosmopolitan Recipe
Experience the elegance of the Cosmopolitan, blending our premium vodka with cranberry juice, triple sec, and lime. Our mixologists will guide you through creating this iconic and vibrant cocktail.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Garnish & Finish
Equipment & Ice
Method
Cocktail
Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz premium vodka, 1 oz triple sec, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz cranberry juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup if you prefer a slightly sweeter balance.
Add ice and shake
Fill the shaker with large ice cubes (enough to nearly fill). Seal and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the shaker is frosty and the mixture is well-chilled.
Double strain
Discard the ice/water from the chilled glass. Using the shaker's strainer and an optional fine strainer, pour the cocktail into the chilled coupe/martini glass to remove ice shards and ensure a silky texture.
Garnish & Serve
Express oils (optional): Hold a piece of orange zest over the drink and give it a quick twist, skin-side down, to release the citrus oils across the surface for aroma. Rub the lime wheel or twist around the rim if desired.
Garnish: Float the lime wheel on the surface or place the lime twist on the rim. Serve immediately while cold.