Cosmopolitan
An elegant pink cocktail made famous in the 1990s, combining vodka with cranberry, lime, and orange liqueur.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Citrus vodka
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 1 oz Cranberry juice
- orange peel twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with upscale appetizers like smoked salmon canapés, seared scallops, or sushi rolls that match the cocktail's sophisticated elegance. The cranberry and citrus notes complement both seafood and light, refined fare.
Instructions
1
Add vodka, Cointreau, lime juice, and cranberry juice to a shaker with ice
2
Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
3
Strain into a chilled martini glass
4
Garnish with a flamed orange peel twist
Tips
Use 100% cranberry juice for a more tart and sophisticated flavor Flame the orange peel by holding a match to it as you express the oils Chill the glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving