Cosmopolitan
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Cosmopolitan

The blush-pink vodka classic of citrus vodka, triple sec, cranberry and lime. Tiers climb from value spirits and juice from concentrate up to premium citrus vodka, Cointreau and a flamed orange twist.

Serves1
Time4 min
Cost / serving£1.80
Vegan Gluten-free Dairy-free Nut-free Contains alcohol

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Budget version

Value vodka, own-brand triple sec and cranberry from concentrate.

Per serving£1.80
Total cost£1.80
Time4 min
Cosmopolitan
Servings

Ingredients for 1

  • 40 ml value vodka
  • 15 ml own-brand triple sec
  • 30 ml cranberry juice from concentrate
  • 10 ml bottled lime juice
  • ice cubes , to shake
  • To serve
  • 1 slice lime , to garnish

Method

  1. Add the vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice and lime juice to a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 15 seconds until cold.
  3. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Garnish with a slice of lime.

Equipment

The three ways, side by side

Budget
£1.80 / serving · 4 min

Value vodka, own-brand triple sec and cranberry from concentrate.

Better
£3.50 / serving · 6 min

Citrus vodka, Cointreau and proper cranberry juice with fresh lime.

Ultimate
£6.60 / serving · 9 min

Premium citrus vodka, Grand Marnier and a flamed orange twist.