The origin of the Cosmopolitan, or informally the Cosmo, is disputed. Some believe it to be a riff on the Kamikaze which uses vodka, triple sec, and lime juice. Others believe it to be an adaptation of a 1930s Daisy recipe with the same name, that consists of gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, and raspberry syrup. It is also a relative of the two-ingredient Cape Cod(der).
Its modern popularity began in the 1990s, following its feature in the hit TV show Sex in the City.
Ingredients
1.5 oz
VODKA, Preferably Citron
1 oz
CRANBERRY JUICE
.5 oz
ORANGE LIQUEUR, Preferably Cointreau
.5 oz
LIME JUICE, Fresh is best
Directions
1. Add all ingredients and ice to cocktail shaker
2. Shake until chilled
3. Double strain into chilled cocktail glass
4. Garnish with a lime wheel, if desired
Presentation
Served: Up
Drinkware: Cocktail Glass
Mixed: Shaken
Garnish: Lime wheel
Flavors:
- Fruity,
- Sweet
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