Cosmopolitano
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant, the Cosmopolitano is the ultimate classic cocktail that brings a burst of flavor to your glass in just 5 minutes. This vibrant drink combines smooth vodka, zesty orange liqueur, tangy cranberry juice, and a splash of fresh lime juice for a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and tart. Served in a chilled martini glass and garnished with a lime wheel or twist, the Cosmopolitano is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for happy hours, dinner parties, or simply elevating your evenings, this iconic cocktail is a must-try for fans of timeless mixology. Quick, easy, and endlessly sophisticated, it’s the perfect recipe for cocktail enthusiasts at any skill level.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 1.5 oz Cranberry juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wheel or twist
Instructions
Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice water and set it aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and secure the lid tightly.
Shake vigorously for about 20–30 seconds until the liquid is well-mixed and chilled.
Discard the ice water from the martini glass and strain the cocktail into the glass using a cocktail strainer.
Garnish with a lime wheel or twist on the rim of the glass for an elegant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cosmopolitano!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 51 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
