Description
Sip into sophistication with this classic Cosmopolitan cocktail, blending vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and fresh lime for a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Elegant crimson hues and zesty citrus notes make you the star of any cocktail party.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 45 milliliters (1 1/2 ounces) vodka
Liqueurs:
- 15 milliliters (1/2 ounce) triple sec (e.g., Cointreau)
Mixers and Garnishes:
- 30 milliliters (1 ounce) cranberry juice
- 15 milliliters (1/2 ounce) freshly squeezed lime juice
- Ice
- Lime wheel or orange twist for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer for optimal serving temperature.
- Load a cocktail shaker with fresh ice cubes, filling it approximately two-thirds full.
- Pour vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker.
- Seal the shaker tightly and agitate with dynamic, rhythmic motions for 15-20 seconds to integrate flavors and create a frosty texture.
- Position a strainer on top of the shaker to prevent ice fragments from entering the glass.
- Gracefully strain the vibrant crimson liquid into the pre-chilled martini glass, ensuring a smooth, clean pour.
- Enhance the presentation by delicately perching a lime wheel on the glass rim or twisting an orange peel over the surface to release essential citrus oils, adding an aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Chill your glass beforehand to keep the cocktail frosty and refreshing, enhancing the overall drinking experience.
- Use high-quality vodka and fresh lime juice for a more sophisticated and balanced flavor profile.
- Adjust the cranberry juice quantity to control sweetness and tartness according to personal preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute regular triple sec with a low-calorie orange liqueur or reduce the amount.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg