Cocktails
American
AmericanCosmopolitan
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.
Vegan
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Contains alcohol
Ultimate version
Premium citrus vodka, Grand Marnier and a flamed orange twist.
Per serving£6.60
Total cost£6.60
Time9 min
Ingredients for 1
- 45 ml premium citrus vodka , such as Ketel One Citroen
- 15 ml Grand Marnier
- 30 ml pure cranberry juice , unsweetened, premium
- 15 ml fresh lime juice , freshly squeezed
- 7 ml agave syrup , to balance the tart cranberry
- 1 pinch orange bitters , one dash
- ice cubes , large, dense cubes to shake
- To serve
- 1 orange , wide peel for the flamed twist
Method
- Freeze a coupe glass well in advance so it frosts.
- Add the citrus vodka, Grand Marnier, cranberry juice, lime juice, agave and a dash of orange bitters to a shaker packed with ice.
- Shake hard for 15-20 seconds until the tin frosts over.
- Double-strain into the frozen coupe for a flawless, pip-free finish.
- Hold a wide orange peel skin-side down over a lit match and squeeze so the oils flame across the surface.
- Twist the scorched peel and balance it on the rim.
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- fine mesh strainer
- coupe glass
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Value vodka, own-brand triple sec and cranberry from concentrate.
Better
Citrus vodka, Cointreau and proper cranberry juice with fresh lime.
Ultimate
Premium citrus vodka, Grand Marnier and a flamed orange twist.
