Source: Ricka_kinamoto, AdobeStockThe pleasant sweet-and-sour Cosmopolitan cocktail belongs to the category of modern classics. It gained incredible popularity thanks to the TV series "Sex and the City," although the drink itself appeared much earlier. We've gathered 20 excellent recipes for making Cosmopolitans at home for you!
1. Classic Cosmopolitan
Source: rogersliquidoasis.comThe secret is that citrus vodka is essential.
You will need: 40 ml lemon vodka, 20 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 50 ml cranberry juice, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass, and if desired, you can garnish the finished Cosmopolitan with orange zest.
2. Cosmopolitan with Cranberry Mors
Source: attuale.ruIt works just as well as cranberry juice – the principle is the same.
You will need: 40 ml lemon vodka, 20 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 50 ml cranberry mors, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients for the cocktail with ice in a shaker. Strain it into a cold glass and garnish to taste.
3. Cosmopolitan with Cointreau Liqueur
Source: artcafe-royal.ruOne of the best orange liqueurs for a traditional Cosmopolitan.
You will need: 40 ml lemon vodka, 20 ml Cointreau liqueur, 50 ml cranberry juice, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Chill the glass beforehand. Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker and strain the cocktail into the glass.
4. Non-alcoholic Cosmopolitan
Source: bar-74.ruAs beautiful as it is delicious.
You will need: 100 ml peach juice, 15 ml grenadine, 50 ml cranberry juice, 30 ml soda, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients except soda in a shaker. Strain into a chilled glass and top up the cocktail with soda.
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5. Non-alcoholic Cosmopolitan with Pineapple Juice
Source: pinterest.comFor a full flavor and aroma, garnish the Cosmopolitan with a pineapple slice.
You will need: 100 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml grenadine, 50 ml cranberry juice, 30 ml soda, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker, except for the soda. Strain the cocktail into a cold glass and top with soda.
6. Cosmopolitan with Absolut Citron Vodka
Source: elite-sokolniki.ruThe ideal vodka specifically for this cocktail.
You will need: 40 ml Absolut Citron vodka, 15 ml Cointreau liqueur, 15 ml lime juice, 30 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake. Pour the finished Cosmopolitan into a cold glass.
7. Cosmopolitan without Liqueur
Source: mavink.comFor serving this version of the Cosmopolitan, it's best to fill the glasses with crushed ice.
You will need: 45 ml lemon vodka, 30 ml lime juice, 60 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with fresh ice.
8. Cosmopolitan with Lemon Juice
Source: pinterest.comIf you don't have lime on hand, lemon will traditionally replace it.
You will need: 40 ml citrus vodka, 40 ml Cointreau liqueur, 20 ml lemon juice, 20 ml cranberry mors, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake. Strain the Cosmopolitan into a cold glass and garnish to taste.
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9. Cosmopolitan with Syrup
Source: pinterest.comSometimes you can find a syrup called "Cosmopolitan" in stores. Very convenient!
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 25 ml "Cosmopolitan" syrup, 25 ml water, ice.
Preparation: Thoroughly mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass.
10. Cosmopolitan with Regular Vodka
Source: mirtesen.ruThe taste will be slightly less intense and citrusy, but still good.
You will need: 45 ml vodka, 15 ml orange liqueur, 10 ml lime juice, 30 ml cranberry juice.
Preparation: Chill the glass beforehand. Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain into the glass.
11. Cosmopolitan with Cranberry Vodka
Source: dzen.ruFinlandia cranberry vodka is especially good.
You will need: 40 ml cranberry vodka, 20 ml orange liqueur, 25 ml lime juice, 40 ml orange juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in the vodka, liqueur, and both juices, then shake. Strain the Cosmopolitan through a sieve into a chilled glass.
12. Apple Non-alcoholic Cosmopolitan
Source: karamelcafe.ruAnother pleasant variation of the Cosmopolitan for hot summer days!
You will need: 100 ml apple juice, 50 ml cranberry juice, 15 ml grenadine, 30 ml soda, ice.
Preparation: Shake both juices and grenadine in a shaker with ice. Strain the cocktail into a cold glass and add soda.
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13. Cosmopolitan with Campari
Source: pinterest.comSweet, with a distinctive bitterness – definitely an interesting cocktail recipe.
You will need: 40 ml citrus vodka, 20 ml Campari liqueur, 20 ml orange juice, 10 ml Triple Sec liqueur, ice.
Preparation: Pour orange juice, vodka, and both liqueurs into a shaker with ice. Shake the cocktail well and strain it into a cold glass.
14. Berry Cosmopolitan
Source: mavink.comIts special feature is its incredible purple hue.
You will need: 40 ml blueberry vodka, 10 ml Chambord liqueur, 10 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 10 ml cranberry mors, ice.
Preparation: Pour all ingredients into a shaker and shake. Add ice and shake the cocktail again. Strain the finished Cosmopolitan into a cold glass.
15. Watermelon Cosmopolitan
Source: dzen.ruIf you managed to get watermelon liqueur – this is the perfect use for it.
You will need: 60 ml watermelon liqueur, 30 ml citrus vodka, 30 ml cranberry juice, 10 ml sugar syrup, 1 lime, ice.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice from the lime and strain it to remove pulp. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake. Strain the cocktail into a cold glass.
16. White Cosmopolitan
Source: mavink.comWhite cranberry juice is most often used specifically for cocktails.
You will need: 45 ml vodka, 15 ml Cointreau liqueur, 30 ml white cranberry juice, 15 ml lemon juice, ice.
Preparation: Chill the glass beforehand using any convenient method. Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain the Cosmopolitan into the glass.
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17. Cosmopolitan with Elderflower Liqueur
Source: thespruceeats.comElderflower gives the Cosmopolitan a subtle but very expressive flavor note.
You will need: 45 ml vodka, 30 ml cranberry juice, 15 ml elderflower liqueur, 15 ml lemon juice, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass.
18. Blue Cosmopolitan
Source: vk.comIf possible, it's also best to look for white cranberry juice.
You will need: 45 ml lemon vodka, 15 ml Blue Curaçao liqueur, 30 ml cranberry juice, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Chill the cocktail glass. Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain the Cosmopolitan into the glass.
19. Strawberry Cosmopolitan
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruWell, here it's very simple: replace cranberry juice with strawberry juice.
You will need: 45 ml lemon vodka, 15 ml orange liqueur, 30 ml strawberry juice, 20 ml sugar syrup, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Add all ingredients to a shaker, add ice, and shake. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass.
20. Cosmopolitan with Soda
Source: mirtesen.ruThe cocktail turns out slightly more effervescent and lighter.
You will need: 45 ml citrus vodka, 15 ml orange liqueur, 10 ml lime juice, 30 ml cranberry juice, 30 ml soda, ice.
Preparation: Add all ingredients except soda to a shaker with ice. Shake the cocktail and strain it into a cold glass. Top up the Cosmopolitan with cold soda.