Cosmopolitan

Cosmopolitan

A tart, rose-hued vodka cocktail shaken cold and strained into a chilled glass.

Total 3 min Makes 1 serving Calories 165/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Kosher

This classic cosmopolitan balances citrus vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and fresh lime into a crisp, well-chilled sip. Shaken hard over ice and double-strained for a silky texture, it suits happy hour or a night out. The pale pink color and bright acidity make it a lasting favorite among vodka-based cocktails.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces citrus vodka
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur (such as triple sec)
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 lime wheel or twist, for garnish

Method

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

  2. Add the citrus vodka, orange liqueur, lime juice, and cranberry juice to the shaker.

  3. Cap the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. Double-strain into a chilled martini glass to remove ice shards and pulp.

  5. Garnish with a lime wheel or twist and serve immediately.

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Cosmopolitan

This classic cosmopolitan balances citrus vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and fresh lime into a crisp, well-chilled sip. Shaken hard over ice and double-strained for a silky texture, it suits happy hour or a night out. The pale pink color and bright acidity make it a lasting favorite among vodka-based cocktails.

3 min 1 serving 165 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces citrus vodka
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur (such as triple sec)
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 lime wheel or twist, for garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Add the citrus vodka, orange liqueur, lime juice, and cranberry juice to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Cap the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Double-strain into a chilled martini glass to remove ice shards and pulp.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a lime wheel or twist and serve immediately.