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Cosmopolitan

The classic pink cocktail — vodka, cranberry, triple sec, lime, and ice shaken until ice-cold. Sharp, citrusy, and dangerously smooth.

Total time
3 min
Servings
1
Calories
160
Cosmopolitan
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime juice into the shaker.

  3. Step 3

    Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the outside is frosted and cold.

  4. Step 4

    Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.

  5. Step 5

    Garnish with a lime wheel or twist and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • cocktail shaker
  • jigger (1.5 oz and 1 oz measures)
  • cocktail strainer
  • coupe or martini glass, chilled
  • bar spoon

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