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White Cranberry Cosmo

A refreshing twist on the classic cosmopolitan using white cranberry juice for a bright, tart flavor.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces premium vodka
  • 1 ounce white cranberry juice
  • 0.75 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
  • 0.25 ounce simple syrup optional, adjust to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Cranberries for garnish
  • Lime wheel or twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring shot glass
  • Strainer
  • Martini glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Citrus juicer (optional)
  • Cocktail pick or skewer

Method
 

  1. Place a martini glass in the freezer for at least five minutes to chill.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice cubes.
  3. Measure and pour 1.5 ounces of premium vodka into the shaker.
  4. Add 1 ounce of white cranberry juice to the shaker.
  5. Squeeze fresh lime juice until you have 0.75 ounce and add it to the shaker.
  6. Pour 0.5 ounce of triple sec or Cointreau into the shaker.
  7. Add 0.25 ounce of simple syrup if desired for extra sweetness.
  8. Shake vigorously for ten seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch.
  9. Strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass, leaving ice behind.
  10. Garnish with fresh cranberries on a pick and a lime wheel or twist.

Notes

Always use fresh lime juice and chill your glass for the best flavor and temperature.