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
Time6 min
Cost / serving£3.50
Vegan Gluten-free Dairy-free Nut-free Contains alcohol

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Better version

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

Per serving£3.50
Total cost£3.50
Time6 min
Cosmopolitan
Servings

Ingredients for 1

  • 40 ml citrus vodka , such as Absolut Citron
  • 15 ml Cointreau
  • 30 ml cranberry juice , not from concentrate
  • 15 ml fresh lime juice
  • 5 ml sugar syrup , to balance
  • ice cubes , to shake
  • To serve
  • 1 orange , peel for a twist

Method

  1. Chill a martini glass in the freezer while you prepare the drink.
  2. Combine the citrus vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, lime juice and sugar syrup in a shaker with ice.
  3. Shake briskly for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Double-strain into the chilled glass.
  5. Express an orange peel over the surface and drop it in.

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.