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Cosmopolitan Martini

A delightful balance of sweet and tart, with the crispness of vodka and the zing of fresh lime juice making it a timeless favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 oz vodka
  • 1 oz triple sec
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • Ice for shaking
  • Lime wheel or orange twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Measuring jigger
  • Cocktail glasses
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Using a jigger, measure out the vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Fill your shaker with ice to the top.
  4. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  5. Chill the cocktail glasses by filling them with ice water.
  6. Discard the ice water from the glasses and use a strainer to pour the cocktail into each glass.
  7. Add a lime wheel or an orange twist on the rim of each glass.
  8. Serve immediately while it's chilled.

Notes

Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor!