Taste profile
Balanced, light, balanced, and smooth.
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Cosmopolitan
Cosmopolitan combines Vodka, Lime Juice, Cointreau, Cranberry Juice in a cocktail served in a cocktail glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
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Best for summer patio, date night.
Quick tags
IBAContemporaryClassic
Quick fact
A cosmopolitan, or, informally, a cosmo, is a cocktail made with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice. The traditional garnish is a lime slice but a twist can be used instead. Other variations substitute lemon or orange.
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Ingredients
Everything in the glass.
How to make it
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- 1Add all ingredients into cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- 2Shake well and double strain into large cocktail glass.
- 3Garnish with lime wheel.
Method
Shaken
Finish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Taste map
Strength
Balanced
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Cosmopolitan is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Vodka, Lime Juice, Cointreau.
Texture and serve cues
✓Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor & pairing
Expect a balanced profile with support from Vodka, Lime Juice, Cointreau. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving & context
Serve in a cocktail glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. Cosmopolitan is associated with the Contemporary Classics family of modern cocktail classics.
Background
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A cosmopolitan, or, informally, a cosmo, is a cocktail made with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice. The traditional garnish is a lime slice but a twist can be used instead. Other variations substitute lemon or orange.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Vodka
Category
Cocktail
IBA category
Contemporary Classics
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Sources and extras
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Reference note: Cosmopolitan (cocktail)
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