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Cosmopolitan

A crisp cranberry cocktail with citrus vodka, Cointreau, and a fresh squeeze of lime.

Prep
5 min
Cook
Not listed
Total
5 min
Makes
1 drink
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Cranberry-pink Cosmopolitan in a coupe glass with a lime twist

The story

The classic balance is tart, lightly sweet, and citrus-forward. A hard shake gives it the clean chill that makes a Cosmopolitan so refreshing.
Make it

Method

Mix

  1. Add the lime juice, cranberry juice, Cointreau, and citrus vodka to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

    About 1 min
  2. Shake firmly for 12 to 15 seconds, until thoroughly chilled.

    About 1 min
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass and serve right away.

    About 1 min