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    Home » Recent Posts » Cocktail Recipes

    Cosmopolitan Vodka Cocktail

    Published: Sep 10, 2020 · Updated: Mar 21, 2022 by Katy McAvoy

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    A classic vodka cocktail that's too often made with a heaping helping of cranberry juice. This cosmopolitan recipe brings the cranberry back in balance with its fellow ingredients for a crisp, tart drink.

    Cosmopolitan

    Makes 1 cocktail.

    2 oz vodka
    2 oz cranberry juice
    1 oz triple sec
    0.5 oz fresh lime juice

    Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

    Shake well and strain into a coupe or martini glass.

    Garnish with a wedge of lime or float a few cranberries in the glass.

    Enjoy!

    Tips on a Cosmopolitan

    How should I garnish a Cosmo?

    Most restaurants use a lime wedge, but I love using fresh cranberries because they float nicely in the glass. Keep some in your freezer for easy garnish and a way to keep your cosmo chilled.

    Do I have to use fresh lime juice?

    Yes. With only 4 ingredients in this cocktail, fresh lime juice is important here.

    What can I use instead of triple sec?

    Any orange liqueur will work in place of triple sec in this recipe, so feel free to substitute Cointreau or Grand Marnier if you prefer.

    Happy Hour Snack Pairing

    Slow Cooker Savory Spiced Nuts

    Enjoy your Cosmopolitan with my favorite bar mix - Slow Cooker Savory Spiced Nuts - full of garlic and rosemary.

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    A classic vodka cocktail that's too often made with a heaping helping of cranberry juice. This cosmopolitan recipe brings the cranberry back in balance with its fellow ingredients for a crisp, tart drink.

    • Author: Katy McAvoy
    • Prep Time: 5 min
    • Cook Time: 0 min
    • Total Time: 5 min
    • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
    • Category: Cocktails
    • Method: Cocktail Shaker
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 2 oz vodka
    • 2 oz cranberry juice
    • 1 oz triple sec
    • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice

    Instructions

    Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

    Shake well and strain into a martini glass.

    Garnish with a wedge of lime or float a few cranberries in the glass.*

    Enjoy!

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    Keywords: cranberry, lime juice, cosmo, cosmopolitan, vodka cocktails, cocktail

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    Katy is the author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, and Michigander behind MittenGirl.com. Since 2017, she's been crafting easy-to-make cocktails and delicious meals, along with sharing her love of all things Michigan (a.k.a. The Mitten)!

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    Hi! I’m Katy (she/her). I’m an author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, Michigander, and lover of all things food and drink. I never turn down a good happy hour and believe that a couple hours of meal prep pays off for days. Follow me on Instagram to check out what I’m working on next!

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