Cosmopolitan
The iconic pink cocktail that defined a generation of cocktail culture. Citrus vodka, cranberry, triple sec, and fresh lime create a drink that is tart, slightly sweet, and endlessly elegant.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz citrus vodka
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1/2 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 strip orange peel (for garnish), flamed
Instructions
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1
Chill a martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
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2
Fill a cocktail shaker with as needed ice cubes.
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3
Add 1 1/2 oz citrus vodka, 1 oz triple sec, 1/2 oz cranberry juice, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice to the shaker.
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4
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
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5
Strain into the chilled martini glass.
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6
Garnish with 1 strip flamed orange peel (for garnish) over the drink to release the oils, then place on the rim.