Cosmopolitan
CLASSIC · VODKA CITRON

Cosmopolitan

Though often associated with 1990s pop culture, the Cosmopolitan was refined by bartender Toby Cecchini in New York around 1988 - use Cointreau over generic triple sec and always opt for freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest, most balanced result.

Ingredients
Vodka Citron40 ml
Cointreau15 ml
Fresh Lime Juice15 ml
Cranberry Juice30 ml
Orange Twist
Glassware
cocktail glass
Chilled.
Method
  1. 1

    Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

  2. 2

    Add vodka citron, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and cranberry juice.

  3. 3

    Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Double-strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a flamed or expressed orange twist.

From the Bartender

Though often associated with 1990s pop culture, the Cosmopolitan was refined by bartender Toby Cecchini in New York around 1988 - use Cointreau over generic triple sec and always opt for freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest, most balanced result.

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