Junior League Christmas Cosmopolitan
Elevate your holiday celebrations with the Junior League Christmas Cosmopolitan, a festive twist on the classic cocktail that's perfect for toasting the season. This vibrant cocktail combines smooth vodka, citrusy Cointreau, and tangy cranberry juice with a splash of freshly squeezed lime for a refreshing yet sophisticated flavor profile. Served in a chilled martini glass and garnished with a lime wheel and optional fresh cranberries, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just five minutes, this easy-to-make, no-cook recipe will add a touch of elegance to your holiday party or cozy night in. Whether you're hosting friends or treating yourself, this holiday cosmopolitan will bring seasonal cheer to every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Cointreau (or orange liqueur)
- 2.5 oz Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 0.5 oz Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wheel (for garnish)
- 3 pieces Fresh cranberries (for garnish; optional)
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz Cointreau, 2.5 oz cranberry juice, and 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice to the shaker.
Secure the lid tightly on the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish the drink with a lime wheel and, optionally, float 3 fresh cranberries on top for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2% | |
*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.
