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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