Last Updated on July 16, 2023 by David Michael
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Cosmopolitan
A modern member of the sour family, a Cosmopolitan is clean and tart – not overly sweet. Fresh lime juice really makes a huge impact on the flavor.
Created in 1988 by Toby Cecchini at New York City’s Odeon the Cosmopolitan was a runaway hit. We can thank the Sex and the City television adaption for the Cosmo showing up everywhere – and we’re thankful for it. Mix up a refreshing Cosmopolitan today.
Cosmopolitan Recipe
2 ounces citrus vodka
¾ ounce Cointreau
1 ounce cranberry juice cocktail
¼ ounce fresh lime juice
Garnish: lime wheel or orange twist
In a cocktail shaker combine the vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and lime juice with ice.
Shake well.
Strain into a cocktail glass.
Garnish with lime wheel or orange twist.
The cosmopolitan is part of our selection of not too sweet Valentine’s Cocktails.
For another modern cocktail that has become a classic try the Death and Taxes Cocktail.
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The perfect size for this recipe. I love my Vinum martini glasses, they’re sturdy and have graceful lines. I photographed the Cosmopolitan using the Riedel Vinum Martini glasses.
Riedel Extreme Martini Glasses
The larger Extreme martini glass is great if you are serving doubles. These hold a generous 8 ounces each.
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This shaker is the perfect size for a pair of cosmos. I love that no matter how long I shake, the body doesn’t get cold or covered with condensation. And any leftover cocktails stay ice cold all thanks to this insulated shaker. I have the polished stainless but it is available in several great finishes.
Zulay Professional Heavy Duty Citrus Juicer
I love this countertop juicer. It’s heavy cast iron construction makes short work of any citrus you need juicing, from limes to grapefruit. Fresh lime juice really makes a huge difference in your cocktail.
