Cosmopolitan Cocktail

What is a Cosmopolitan Cocktail

A cosmopolitan, or simply "cosmo," is a vodka cocktail made with triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime juice. The drink was invented in the 1930s, but rose in popularity in the 1990s. It became even

more fashionable after it was frequently featured on Sex and the City.

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Cosmopolitan Cocktail Ingredients

All traditional cosmos are made with roughly the same ingredients. Here's what you'll need for this cosmopolitan cocktail:

Vodka
Use high quality vodka for the most drinkable results.

Lime Juice
Fresh lime juice is best. Don't throw that peel away! You can use it as a garnish.

Triple Sec
Triple sec adds sweet, citrusy flavor and tones down the taste of the vodka.

Cranberry Juice
You can use bottled or fresh cranberry juice. If the finished cocktail is too strong, you can add more juice to taste.

How to Make a Cosmopolitan Cocktail

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Combine vodka, lime juice, triple sec, and cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Cover, shake, and strain into a cosmopolitan or martini glass

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How to Serve a Cosmopolitan Cocktail

Traditionally, cosmopolitans are garnished with a twist of lime or lemon peel. For extra pizzazz, try garnishing with a Candied Lemon Peel or skewered fruits.

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Ingredients

1. ½ ounces vodka

2. ¼ ounce lime juice

3. ¼ ounce triple sec

4. ¼ ounce cranberry juice

5. 1 cup ice

6. 1 lime wedge for garnish

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Directions

1. Combine vodka, lime juice, triple sec, and cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker. Add ice, cover and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

2. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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Enjoy!!

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