Cosmopolitan

Citrus vodka and orange liqueur support cranberry and fresh lime in this pink, shaken cocktail. It is a short drink rather than a juice-heavy highball, so measure the cranberry carefully.

Cosmopolitan served in a martini glass with a lemon twist against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 40 ml Citrus-flavored vodka
  • 15 ml Cointreau
  • 15 ml Fresh lime juice
  • 30 ml Cranberry juice drink
  • 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a martini glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled martini glass.
  5. Finish with a lemon twist and serve promptly.