Description
A classic Cosmopolitan cocktail combining vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice, shaken with ice and served in a chilled martini glass with an optional orange peel garnish. This refreshing and tangy drink is perfect for any cocktail enthusiast.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 60ml / 2 oz Vodka
- 30ml / 1 oz Cointreau
- 90ml / 3 oz Sweet cranberry juice (not unsweetened)
- 2 tsp Fresh lime juice
Other
- Ice (for shaking)
- Orange peel (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to chill the ingredients properly.
- Add ingredients: Pour vodka, Cointreau, sweet cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice into the ice-filled shaker.
- Shake vigorously: Shake the mixture vigorously about 10 times, ensuring everything is well combined and chilled.
- Strain and serve: Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass to remove ice shards and maintain the smooth texture.
- Garnish: Add an optional orange peel twist on the rim or inside the glass for extra aromatic flavor and a decorative touch.
Notes
- Use sweetened cranberry juice to balance the tartness of the lime and Cointreau.
- Fresh lime juice is essential for the best flavor; avoid bottled lime juice.
- Chilling the martini glass before serving enhances the drinking experience.
- Shake vigorously to properly mix and chill without diluting excessively.
- Orange peel garnish adds a citrus aroma but can be omitted if preferred.